Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid
Road Tax Paid

1990 Ford Sierra 2.0L Petrol · SL 6898

SL 6898

1990 Ford Sierra (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1990. Recorded mileage 40,203 miles. MOT valid until 02/05/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2027.

Make & Model
FORD SIERRA
Year / Origin
1990 · Edinburgh
MOT Status
Valid until 02/05/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/09/2027)
Recorded Mileage
40,203 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 02/05/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/09/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1990
Engine
1993cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having maintained a clean pass record over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted on 25 September 2025 at 40,201 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This streak of clean passes suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard and does not currently exhibit mechanical or structural failures that would fail MOT testing criteria. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 36-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,117 miles per year. Between August 2021 at 40,122 miles and September 2023 at 40,150 miles, the car covered only 28 miles. This indicates extremely infrequent use or long periods of stationary storage. While low mileage reduces wear on drivetrain and engine components, it introduces risks related to rubber components and fluid degradation that occur through age and oxidation rather than friction. A buyer must focus the physical inspection on structural integrity, as long-standing vehicles of this era are prone to corrosion regardless of mileage. Check specifically for surface and structural rust in the sills, floor pans, and suspension mounting points where moisture often traps. Because the car has sat for extended periods, inspect the brake system for perished or seized calipers and examine the suspension bushes for cracking or rot. The tyres should also be checked for flat spotting or age cracking, which are common in low-mileage vehicles that rarely move.

SL 6898 Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/05/2026
  • 40,203 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
Experian Provenance Check

Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.

Verified Experian Data

Full History Report

Official provenance and safety check for SL6898

Data provided by Experian
Stolen
EXPERIAN
Available in full check
Finance
EXPERIAN
Available in full check
Write-off
EXPERIAN
Available in full check
Salvage
EXPERIAN
Available in full check
Imported
EXPERIAN
Available in full check
Exported
EXPERIAN
Available in full check
Scrapped
EXPERIAN
Available in full check
Destruction
EXPERIAN
Available in full check
V5C Logbook
EXPERIAN
Available in full check
£20,000 Experian Data Guarantee Included

Verify Outstanding Finance & Provenance Before Buying

Free DVLA records only confirm roadworthiness. Protect yourself against active finance repossession, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage fraud with an official Experian check.

✓ One-off payment (no subscription)✓ Instant on screen + PDF emailed✓ Official Experian registry✓ Apple Pay / Google Pay / Cards

Data provided by Experian

Technical Specifications

Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence

Estimate current market value

Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.

SL 6898 Mileage History

  1. 26/08/202240,142 mi
  2. 20/09/202340,150 mi+8 mi
  3. 22/08/202440,183 mi+33 mi
  4. 25/09/202540,201 mi+18 mi
  5. 04/05/202640,203 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 17 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SL 6898 MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 3 Sept 2026, 08:12
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1990 Ford Sierra (SL 6898) between August 2022 and May 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY