1987 Ford Sierra 2.0L Petrol · 500 KOL

The 1987 Ford Sierra presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean MOT pass on 31 January 2026 at 90,741 miles with zero defects recorded. This is the most recent test, falling just under five months before today's date, and it caps a five-year run of consecutive passes with no advisories or failures. That consistency suggests attentive ownership and a vehicle that has been kept in sound mechanical order rather than allowed to deteriorate between test cycles. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of very light use. Between the April 2022 test at 88,245 miles and the January 2026 test at 90,741 miles, the car covered just 2,496 miles over nearly four years, averaging roughly 625 miles annually in that window. Across its full life, the odometer reads 90,741 miles at nearly 39 years old, equating to about 2,327 miles per year, which is exceptionally low. The increments between successive tests are modest and steady: 666 miles between April 2022 and April 2023, 867 miles between April 2023 and April 2024, then 482 miles between April 2024 and November 2024, followed by a further 481 miles to January 2026. There are no gaps in the record and no sudden spikes in accumulation, indicating the car has been used sparingly but regularly rather than sitting idle for extended periods. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still inspect the underside carefully for corrosion on sills, subframes, and floor pans, as these structural areas deteriorate with age regardless of mileage. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers deserve close attention given the car's age, even if they have passed visual inspection at recent tests. Brake calipers, discs, and flexible hoses should be checked for binding or perishing, as older hydraulic components can degrade between tests without triggering a failure. Tyre condition and age are also worth verifying, since low-mileage cars often sit on the same rubber for years, leading to sidewall cracking and uneven tread wear. The exhaust system should be examined for corrosion, particularly around joints and box sections. A short road test will reveal any emerging issues with gearbox synchrose, clutch bite point, or steering play that a static MOT inspection may not fully expose. Overall, the record points to a well-maintained example, but age-related checks remain essential before purchase.