1987 FORD SIERRA2.0L PETROL

The vehicle maintains a stable level of roadworthiness, evidenced by five consecutive pass results over the last five years. The most recent test conducted in November 2025 at 52,184 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This consistent streak of clean certificates suggests the Sierra has been maintained to a high standard or that the mechanical and structural components have not yet begun failing under standard DVSA testing criteria. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 39-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,338 miles per year. Between March 2023 and November 2025, the car covered only 268 miles, indicating periods of very light use or long durations of stationary storage. While low mileage typically reduces wear on high-friction items like engine internal components and brake pads, it introduces risks associated with age-related decay, such as degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and potential seizing of components due to lack of regular movement. Despite the clean MOT history, a physical inspection must focus on structural integrity and age-related failure that a stationary test does not always capture. A 1987 Sierra requires a thorough check for hidden corrosion in the sills, wheel arches, and floor pans, where moisture often accumulates during low-mileage storage. The buyer should also inspect the condition of suspension bushes and brake hoses for cracking or perish rot, as these materials become brittle over decades regardless of the distance driven.