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C22 YRS

1988 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

50,131 mi
Last recorded50,131 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Sierra51,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC22 YRS
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 50,131 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 49,782 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 49,223 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 48,315 miles

Fuel pipes corroded

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge--215/35R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 48,315 miles

Fuel pipes corroded

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge--215/35R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 46,853 miles

Fuel pipes corroded.

Fail 7 Dec 2020 46,853 miles

Fuel pipes corroded.

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 45,863 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 45,159 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 43,414 miles

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

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

all tyres are perished but no cords exposed

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

minor oil leak at rear diff and gear box

Fail 12 Apr 2016 43,395 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all tyres are perished but no cords exposed

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

minor oil leak at rear diff and gear box

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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C22 YRS is a 1988 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1988 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 51,526 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 C22 YRS, 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 38 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 C22 YRS registered?

C22 YRS is a 1988 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 September 1988.

Is C22 YRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C22 YRS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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