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F412 NTF

1988 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,967 mi
Last recorded68,967 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2007
Typical for 1988 Ford Sierra51,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF412 NTF
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2007 68,967 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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F412 NTF is a 1988 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F412 NTF, 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

How do I check the history of F412 NTF?

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What year was F412 NTF registered?

F412 NTF is a 1988 Ford Sierra, first registered on 23 November 1988.

Is F412 NTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F412 NTF shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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