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C1 OSY

1989 Ford Sierra

Maroon Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

12,180 mi
Last recorded12,180 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC1 OSY
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 12,180 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 10,638 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 10,608 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis, near anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Mirror glass damaged

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

Slight coolant leak

Pass 8 Jan 2018 9,914 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 9,894 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

both front floors repaired from inside vehicle

both front tyres slightly damaged outside edge

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 9,354 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 9,334 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Front flexi brake hose slightly twisted

both front tyres slightly damaged

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2015 7,223 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

signs of both front tyres fouling on body but not at present

Pass 27 Jun 2014 4,468 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres very close to limit worn outside edge

both rear tyres very close to limit worn inside edge

emissions close to limit

indicators flashing slow

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2013 1,313 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 98,107 miles

emissions close to limit

Pass 6 Jun 2011 95,075 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight play in n/s steering arm(tie rod)

un able to check brake pipes and chassis for corrosion as car is well undersealed

Pass 1 Jul 2010 92,714 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 89,103 miles

osr inner sill rusting and flaking

recommend hand brake adjust

Pass 6 May 2008 87,309 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 84,597 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 83,244 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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C1 OSY is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Maroon with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 C1 OSY, 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.

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What year was C1 OSY registered?

C1 OSY is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is C1 OSY safe to buy?

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