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C20 SYY

1989 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,745 mi
Last recorded71,745 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 SYY
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2021 71,745 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 71,480 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 70,942 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 70,550 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2014 70,212 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 21 Apr 2014 70,212 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 68,899 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 68,899 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 68,041 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 66,655 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 66,645 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 66,498 miles

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 65,707 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 62,975 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 60,995 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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C20 SYY is a 1989 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C20 SYY, 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 C20 SYY registered?

C20 SYY is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 27 February 1989.

Is C20 SYY safe to buy?

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