Ford Sierra Ghia I Auto (1988)
1988 Ford Sierra Ghia I Auto
CarHunch is tracking 1,959 1988 Ford Sierra Ghia I Auto vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1988 Ford Sierra Ghia has a 0% first-time pass rate against the UK average of 80%—a stark signal that every vehicle in this cohort failed its MOT on first attempt. The complete absence of dangerous defects recorded (0%) is the only silver lining, but the median CarhunchScore of 50 reflects the widespread mechanical issues these cars face.
At 36 years old, these Sierras are at an age where MOT data becomes sparse and unreliable; mileage figures aren't available, making it impossible to assess whether failures are age-related wear or poor maintenance history. If you're genuinely considering one, treat it as a project car requiring a full pre-purchase inspection by a specialist rather than a reliable daily driver.
We have 1,959 1988 Ford Sierra Ghia I Auto vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1988 Ford Sierra Ghia I Auto
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Ford Sierra Ghia I Auto
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