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Ford Sierra

Red · Petrol · 1985 · 1,993 cc

C203 ETGMOT history

C203 ETG is a red petrol Ford Sierra first used on 1 Aug 1985. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 3 of 5 MOT tests, with 95,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
95,218 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
5
3 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C203 ETG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Sierra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,993 cc
Year of manufacture
1985
First used
1 Aug 1985
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C203 ETG was last recorded at 95,218 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,215 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,218 miles
  • 2024 – 95,215 miles
  • 2023 – 95,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,218 miles
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

5 tests since 12 Jul 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,218 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    95,218 miles
    Test number
    823836872601
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass95,215 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    95,215 miles
    Test number
    550531490347
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both arches corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion both inner sills
  3. Fail95,212 miles (+2)3 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,212 miles
    Test number
    988377794299
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing Both (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Seat belt mounts (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both outer wheel arches and sills edges corroded and sharp edges (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass95,210 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    95,210 miles
    Test number
    154848141501
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch /sill starting to corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail95,210 miles3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,210 miles
    Test number
    498719366511
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal missing from fuel cap (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing/ wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Questions about C203 ETG

Does C203 ETG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C203 ETG is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on C203 ETG?
The MOT on C203 ETG is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C203 ETG done?
C203 ETG was recorded at 95,218 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 3 miles a year.
Has C203 ETG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C203 ETG has failed 2 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on C203 ETG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on C203 ETG find?
C203 ETG passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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