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A145 KCX

1983 Ford Sierra

Gold Petrol 2293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,163 mi
Last recorded46,163 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA145 KCX
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,293cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 46,163 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 45,955 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 44,745 miles

Fuel tank mounts corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

Fail 13 Aug 2011 44,743 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel tank mounts corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

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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A145 KCX is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Gold with a 2,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A145 KCX, 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.

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What year was A145 KCX registered?

A145 KCX is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 16 August 1983.

Is A145 KCX safe to buy?

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