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A18 JFC

1989 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

37,034 mi
Last recorded37,034 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 JFC
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 37,034 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 36,743 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 36,602 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 36,109 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 35,784 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 35,550 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 35,464 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 35,344 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 35,270 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 34,832 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 34,740 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 34,666 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 34,572 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 34,402 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 34,169 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 34,104 miles

o/s headlamp cracked

Pass 14 May 2009 33,890 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 33,890 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 33,559 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 33,274 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 32,925 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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A18 JFC is a 1989 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1989 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 49,183 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 A18 JFC, 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 37 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 A18 JFC registered?

A18 JFC is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 16 June 1989.

Is A18 JFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 JFC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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