FORD

SIERRA · Black

TLA3 0

MOTExpired

MOT due30 Jan 2026

First reg4 Sep 1990

Mileage47,326 mi

Tax—

Tax due—

Vehicle age

35 years and 9 months

Fuel

Petrol

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MOT history

As of 3 February 2026.

FAILED · 23 Jan 2026

Test date23 Jan 2026

Expiry—

Test number494728589114

Mileage47,326 mi

MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

PASSED · 29 Jan 2025

Test date29 Jan 2025

Expiry30 Jan 2026

Test number355023831958

Mileage47,029 mi

MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

PASSED · 24 Jan 2024

Test date24 Jan 2024

Expiry30 Jan 2025

Test number460711095542

Mileage46,829 mi

AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

PASSED · 31 Jan 2023

Test date31 Jan 2023

Expiry30 Jan 2024

Test number547722084993

Mileage46,202 mi

MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

AdvisoryUnderbody has extensive welding repairs and undersealed

FAILED · 27 Jan 2023

Test date27 Jan 2023

Expiry—

Test number555079742264

Mileage46,179 mi

MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

AdvisoryUnderbody has extensive welding repairs and undersealed

FAILED · 16 Jan 2023

Test date16 Jan 2023

Expiry—

Test number270560404680

Mileage46,122 mi

MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis corroded within 30cm of suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

PASSED · 19 Jan 2022

Test date19 Jan 2022

Expiry24 Jan 2023

Test number289470395346

Mileage45,136 mi

Advisoryfront number plate cracked

AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Advisoryrear brake back plates corroded

Advisoryexhaust rubber split

AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Advisorysurface corrosion under body , brakes and suspension components

PASSED · 15 Jan 2021

Test date15 Jan 2021

Expiry24 Jan 2022

Test number675766518276

Mileage44,403 mi

MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

PASSED · 17 Jan 2020

Test date17 Jan 2020

Expiry24 Jan 2021

Test number560645529734

Mileage43,303 mi

Advisorycoolant level low

Advisoryall four tyres wearing on inner edge

AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Advisoryexhaust rubber broken

PASSED · 14 Jan 2019

Test date14 Jan 2019

Expiry24 Jan 2020

Test number746311024022

Mileage42,324 mi

AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front Upper top suspension mount play

FAILED · 14 Jan 2019

Test date14 Jan 2019

Expiry—

Test number872891568901

Mileage42,324 mi

AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

PrsOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

PrsNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

PrsOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

AdvisoryOffside Front Upper top suspension mount play

PASSED · 29 Dec 2017

Test date29 Dec 2017

Expiry24 Jan 2019

Test number130759056745

Mileage39,467 mi

Advisoryslight grease leak from o/s/f inner c g gaiter

PASSED · 25 Jan 2017

Test date25 Jan 2017

Expiry24 Jan 2018

Test number716851597456

Mileage36,034 mi

FAILED · 2 Dec 2016

Test date2 Dec 2016

Expiry—

Test number201364020707

Mileage36,031 mi

DangerousSuspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded N/S/F TOP MOUNTING AREA AREA >>> (NOTE: SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN ON THE PUBLIC HIGHWAY) (2.4.A.3)

DangerousSubframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded O/S/R END SILL INNER SILL INTO WHEEL ARCH >>> (NOTE: SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN ON THE PUBLIC HIGHWAY) (2.4.A.3)

DangerousSubframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded N/S/R INNER SILL, END SILL, OUTER SILL, INNER WHEEL ARCH THROUGH TO SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING AREA + INNER FLOOR >>> (NOTE: SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN ON THE PUBLIC HIGHWAY) (2.4.A.3)

DangerousSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded O/S CENTRE FLOOR/SILL AREA HOLED >>> (NOTE: SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN ON THE PUBLIC HIGHWAY) (5.2.6)

DangerousVEHICLE PRESCRIBED AREAS NOW RESEMBLE A PATCH-WORTH QUILT OF PREVIOUS REPAIR. THIS RAISES DOUBTS TO ITS STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY

FailFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc N/S/F OUTER (2.5.C.1a)

FailFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc N/S/F INNER (2.5.C.1a)

FailExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CENTRE (7.1.2)

FailExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits ABANDONED DUE TO EXHAUST (7.3.D.3)

DangerousTyre worn close to the legal limit O/S/F INNER EXTREME EDGE (4.1.E.1)

DangerousTyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F INNERV EXTREME EDGE (4.1.E.1)

DangerousTyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/R INNERV EXTREME EDGE (4.1.E.1)

DangerousTyre worn close to the legal limit O/S/R INNER EXTREME EDGE (4.1.E.1)

AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (3.6.B.4d)

AdvisoryREAR BOOT WELL AREA CORRODED/HOLED

DangerousREAR BOOT WELL AREA CORRODED/HOLED

AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive REAR SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING AREAS (2.4.A.3)

PASSED · 4 Dec 2015

Test date4 Dec 2015

Expiry5 Dec 2016

Test number186749007451

Mileage32,889 mi

AdvisoryFRONT PROP RUBBER DRIVE PERISHED

AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT >>> NEW ADVISED (3.6.B.4d)

AdvisoryDrive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S/F INNER (2.4.G.4e)

AdvisoryREAR MAIN PRESCRIBED AREAS NUMEROUS WELDED REPAIRS (PATCH ON PATCH)

AdvisoryREAR BOOT FLOOR REAR PANELS WITH REAR INNER WING AREAS CORRODED/HOLED

AdvisoryFUEL PUMP CARRIER AREA CORRODED

FAILED · 26 Nov 2015

Test date26 Nov 2015

Expiry—

Test number582395665634

Mileage32,889 mi

FailHeadlamp aim too low O/S (1.8)

FailFront position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance O/S DIM (1.1.A.3d)

FailRear fog lamp not working O/S (1.3.2b)

FailStop lamp has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance O/S DIM + FLICKERS (1.2.1d)

DangerousSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) LOWER COLUMN BUSH MASSIVE PLAY/MOVERMENT (2.2.A.1b)

FailHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

FailExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases TWO AREAS (YELLOWED) (7.1.2)

FailSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded N/S FRONT FLOOR AREA (YELLOWED) (2.4.A.3)

AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S FRONT FLOOR AREA (YELLOWED) JUST OUT SIDE PRESCRIBED AREA >>> REPAIR ADVISED (2.4.A.3)

DangerousSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded O/S OUTER SEAT MOUNTING AREA (YELLOWED) (5.2.6)

DangerousSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded N/S OUTER SEAT MOUNTING AREA (YELLOWED) (5.2.6)

DangerousBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded O/S/REAR @CALIPER (3.6.B.4e)

FailBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded N/S REAR @CALIPER (3.6.B.4e)

AdvisoryWIPERS SLAM LOWER BULKHEAD

AdvisoryFRONT PROP RUBBER DRIVE PERISHED

FailTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm N/S INNER FRONT BALD EXTREME EDGE >>>NEW ADVISED (4.1.E.1)

AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit O/S INNER FRONT BALD EXTREME EDGE >>>NEW ADVISED (4.1.E.1)

AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit O/S INNER FRONT BALD EXTREME EDGE (4.1.E.1)

AdvisoryWHEEL/TYRE ALIGNMENT ISSUES

AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT >>> NEW ADVISED (3.6.B.4d)

AdvisoryDrive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S/F INNER (2.4.G.4e)

AdvisoryDrive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/S/F OUTER (2.4.G.4e)

AdvisoryREAR MAIN PRESCRIBED AREAS NUMEROUS WELDED REPAIRS (PATCH ON PATCH)

AdvisoryREAR BOOT FLOOR REAR PANELS WITH REAR INNER WING AREAS CORRODED/HOLED

AdvisoryFUEL PUMP CARRIER AREA CORRODED

PASSED · 28 Nov 2014

Test date28 Nov 2014

Expiry5 Dec 2015

Test number569542934395

Mileage29,871 mi

AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

FAILED · 24 Nov 2014

Test date24 Nov 2014

Expiry—

Test number498698124421

Mileage29,870 mi

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

FailRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

FailOffside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

FailNearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

FailNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

PASSED · 5 Dec 2013

Test date5 Dec 2013

Expiry5 Dec 2014

Test number886829533318

Mileage25,263 mi

AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

AdvisoryNearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryOffside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

User EnteredOil leak

FAILED · 29 Nov 2013

Test date29 Nov 2013

Expiry—

Test number238173433390

Mileage25,261 mi

FailAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

AdvisoryNearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryOffside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

User EnteredOil leak

PASSED · 19 Nov 2012

Test date19 Nov 2012

Expiry5 Dec 2013

Test number197634022318

Mileage19,267 mi

AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

FAILED · 14 Nov 2012

Test date14 Nov 2012

Expiry—

Test number769859512349

Mileage19,267 mi

FailNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

FailAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

FailParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

PASSED · 10 Nov 2011

Test date10 Nov 2011

Expiry5 Dec 2012

Test number126214011363

Mileage12,286 mi

AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

User EnteredOil leak

User Enteredn/s/ inner boot split

User Enteredslight play in steering column

FAILED · 25 Nov 2010

Test date25 Nov 2010

Expiry—

Test number181859820350

Mileage6,537 mi

PrsNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

PrsOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

User Enteredboth rear upper shock absorber mounting areas showing signs of advanced rust

PASSED · 25 Nov 2010

Test date25 Nov 2010

Expiry5 Dec 2011

Test number420749120463

Mileage6,537 mi

User Enteredboth rear upper shock absorber mounting areas showing signs of advanced rust

PASSED · 18 Nov 2009

Test date18 Nov 2009

Expiry5 Dec 2010

Test number504792729331

Mileage4,661 mi

AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

User Enteredslight play in steering column

User Enteredslight play in offside inner steering joint

User Enterednearside front inner cv boot is split

User EnteredSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

PASSED · 6 Dec 2008

Test date6 Dec 2008

Expiry5 Dec 2009

Test number641491248306

Mileage3,990 mi

AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

User Enteredslight play in steering column and offside inner steering joint

User Enterednearside front inner cv boot is split

FAILED · 25 Nov 2008

Test date25 Nov 2008

Expiry—

Test number272580738345

Mileage3,990 mi

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

FailNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

FailNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

FailNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

FailOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

FailNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

FailParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

User Enteredslight play in steering column and offside inner steering joint

User Enterednearside front inner cv boot is split

PASSED · 23 Nov 2007

Test date23 Nov 2007

Expiry22 Nov 2008

Test number842107227386

Mileage3,263 mi

AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

User Enteredslight play in steering column

User Enteredoffside front tyre is low on tread on inside edge

User Enterednearside front inner cv boot is split

User Enterednearside rear inner sill is rusty

PASSED · 22 Nov 2006

Test date22 Nov 2006

Expiry21 Nov 2007

Test number711796126305

Mileage2,550 mi

FAILED · 20 Nov 2006

Test date20 Nov 2006

Expiry—

Test number310864926308

Mileage2,550 mi

FailOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

FAILED · 23 Aug 2006

Test date23 Aug 2006

Expiry—

Test number702945536292

Mileage2,470 mi

FailOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

FailFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

FailNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

FailOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

FailNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

FailOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

FailOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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