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DEN 757W

1989 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

40,486 mi
Last recorded40,486 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEN 757W
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 40,486 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 40,117 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 39,452 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 38,413 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 37,834 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 37,668 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 37,533 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 37,392 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 37,260 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 37,053 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 36,814 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 36,528 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 36,271 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 36,008 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 35,766 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 35,546 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 35,387 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 35,253 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 34,899 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 34,891 miles

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 13 May 2006 34,621 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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DEN 757W is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,769cc 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 DEN 757W, 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 DEN 757W registered?

DEN 757W is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 3 July 1989.

Is DEN 757W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEN 757W 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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