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Ford Sierra

White · Petrol · 1986 · 1,993 cc

C5 YPNMOT history

C5 YPN is a white petrol Ford Sierra first used on 31 Dec 1986. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 7,574 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
7,574 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
69 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 YPN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Sierra
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,993 cc
Year of manufacture
1986
First used
31 Dec 1986
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 YPN was last recorded at 7,574 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jul 2007: 6,124 miles, lower than 6,207 miles on 3 Apr 2006.
  • 1 Oct 2009: 6,124 miles, lower than 6,133 miles on 15 Sept 2007.
  • 11 Mar 2011: 6,126 miles, lower than 6,167 miles on 15 Oct 2009.
  • 26 Feb 2022: 7,531 miles, lower than 107,512 miles on 8 Mar 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
7,548 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
69 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 7,574 miles
  • 2025 – 7,548 miles
  • 2022 – 7,531 miles
  • 2019 – 107,512 miles
  • 2017 – 7,458 miles
  • 2016 – 6,159 miles
  • 2015 – 6,129 miles
  • 2014 – 6,128 miles
  • 2013 – 6,128 miles
  • 2012 – 6,127 miles
  • 2011 – 6,126 miles
  • 2009 – 6,167 miles
  • 2007 – 6,133 miles
  • 2006 – 6,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass7,574 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass7,574 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    7,574 miles
    Test number
    845794867587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass7,548 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    7,548 miles
    Test number
    462154272225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass7,531 miles (-99,981)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    7,531 miles
    Test number
    484802019039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake slightly binding
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from steering rack

  4. Pass107,512 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    107,512 miles
    Test number
    754684098256
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail107,503 miles (+100,045)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,503 miles
    Test number
    791621945741
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSteering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass7,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    7,458 miles
    Test number
    812839184596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail7,458 miles (+1,299)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,458 miles
    Test number
    952502699465
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  8. Pass6,159 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    6,159 miles
    Test number
    461467959687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass6,129 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    6,129 miles
    Test number
    949136435150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass6,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    6,128 miles
    Test number
    145662214133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail6,128 miles (+1)1 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,128 miles
    Test number
    437945663104
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass6,127 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    6,127 miles
    Test number
    595447062169
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  13. Pass6,126 miles (-41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    6,126 miles
    Test number
    837990771029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass6,167 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    6,167 miles
    Test number
    152258989256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail6,124 miles (-9)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,124 miles
    Test number
    960154479209
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  16. Pass6,133 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    6,133 miles
    Test number
    750088557294
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail6,124 miles8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,124 miles
    Test number
    370945257244
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail6,124 miles (-83)22 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,124 miles
    Test number
    301388507201
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass6,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    6,207 miles
    Test number
    342223996062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 YPN

Does C5 YPN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 YPN is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 YPN?
The MOT on C5 YPN is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 YPN done?
C5 YPN was recorded at 7,574 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 69 miles a year.
Has C5 YPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 YPN has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on C5 YPN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 4 times, first on 27 Jul 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C5 YPN find?
C5 YPN passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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