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A186 JTA

1983 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,235 mi
Last recorded34,235 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA186 JTA
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 34,235 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 32,308 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 30,319 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 30,315 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

handbrake lever travel long-adjustment required

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed making full inspection difficult

Pass 29 Apr 2006 30,087 miles

fuel pipes corroded

slight play in steering rack

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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A186 JTA is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A186 JTA, 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 A186 JTA registered?

A186 JTA is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 13 September 1983.

Is A186 JTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A186 JTA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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