1987 Ford Sierra 2.8L Petrol · D701 JFX

This 1987 Ford Sierra presents in a stable and surprisingly healthy roadworthiness condition, underscored by a clean pass on January 31, 2024 at 64,440 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend reflects positive ownership care, moving from a failed test on February 17, 2023 directly into a clear pass just eleven days later on February 28, 2023. Such swift rectification of whatever issue triggered the initial failure shows the previous keeper addressed mechanical discrepancies promptly rather than letting minor faults compound into major structural or drivetrain hazards. The recorded mileage of 64,440 across thirty-nine years averages out to roughly 1,652 miles per year, establishing this vehicle as a very low-mileage classic. The MOT data reveals significant periods of inactivity, with a two-year gap separating the October 22, 2021 pass and the February 2023 testing cycle. Extended storage often breeds specific mechanical ailments on older vehicles like perished rubber fuel lines, seized brake calipers, and battery degradation, making it vital to verify that past low usage did not leave hidden neglect behind fresh paint or underseal. Prospective buyers must conduct a rigorous physical inspection focusing on structural integrity and corrosion, which represents the primary existential threat to any vintage Ford Sierra chassis, sills, and suspension mounting points. Even though recent MOT certificates show no advisory notes, testers do not dismantle trim or scrape underseal during standard examinations. Check the condition of all brake lines, suspension bushes, and structural members underneath for advanced rust formation, and confirm that the low odometer reading accurately reflects genuine mechanical wear across the engine and transmission.