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A15 FKR

1983 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

98,761 mi
Last recorded98,761 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 FKR
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2023 98,761 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Inner Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 98,717 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 98,709 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 98,551 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Inner Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Inner Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 98,424 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded several (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake binding

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 98,424 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded several (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear brake binding

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 98,293 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

brake pipes painted

Fail 18 Apr 2017 98,293 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

brake pipes painted

Pass 16 May 2016 98,106 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 97,041 miles

n/side front fuel pipe corroded

Fail 13 Aug 2014 97,041 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

n/side front fuel pipe corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2013 94,335 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 92,616 miles

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)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 91,070 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 91,060 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 89,906 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 87,977 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 87,956 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 85,390 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 83,152 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 79,455 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 75,624 miles

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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A15 FKR is a 1983 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 A15 FKR, 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 A15 FKR registered?

A15 FKR is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 26 August 1983.

Is A15 FKR safe to buy?

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