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C8 SYP

1989 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,672 mi
Last recorded82,672 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 SYP
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2015 82,672 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 81,329 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2013 81,196 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise nearside rear outer sill

Pass 26 Jan 2013 80,619 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 80,206 miles

all brake discs slightly corroded,all brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 8 May 2007 80,067 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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C8 SYP is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C8 SYP, 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 C8 SYP registered?

C8 SYP is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 16 November 1989.

Is C8 SYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 SYP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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