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A118 RWS

1983 Ford Sierra

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,059 mi
Last recorded83,059 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA118 RWS
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 83,059 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 82,846 miles

both rear quarter closing panels corroded and holed

front brake hose ferules corroded

front tca bushes split

play in both inner rack joints

Pass 12 Jul 2021 82,411 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 82,395 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 81,911 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 81,880 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 81,880 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Ford Sierra?

Based on 235,897 MOT tests across 50,859 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
1,731
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
50,859
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24,833
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,426
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,585
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,976
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A118 RWS is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 48,186 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Sierra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 24,833 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A118 RWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Sierra typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A118 RWS registered?

A118 RWS is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 26 August 1983.

Is A118 RWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A118 RWS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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