1990 Ford Sierra 2.9L Petrol · H556 BFB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on March 30, 2026. While the overall maintenance trend appears stable over the last four years, the recent failure just eleven days prior indicates a specific mechanical intervention. On March 19, 2026, the tester flagged the parking brake for insufficient efficiency and a pull that caused the vehicle to swerve to the nearside. The fact that this was rectified and passed at the retest suggests the owner is responsive to safety-critical defects. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 36-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,191 miles per year. The data shows a significant period of inactivity between January 2022 and January 2023, where the car covered only 11 miles. Since then, usage has increased, with 4,781 miles recorded before the January 2024 test and another 4,395 miles before the March 2026 tests. This pattern of long-term periods standing often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seized calipers despite the low mechanical wear on the drivetrain. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system to ensure the recent parking brake pull is fully resolved and not indicative of a permanently binding caliper. Check for uneven wear on the brake discs which often results from vehicles that sit stationary. Given the age of the Sierra, the structural integrity of the chassis is the primary concern, particularly around the sills, floor pans, and suspension mounting points where corrosion often hides undetected during standard MOT tests. Inspect the suspension bushes for cracking or perishing, as the low mileage does not prevent age-related material fatigue.