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RS500 462/500

Registration & Identity

Original Reg Number
E98 LHX
Current Reg Number
E98 LHX
Other Known Reg Numbers
VIN Number
WF0EXXGBBEGG38958
Engine Number
GG38958
YBD Engine Number
YBD0155
Date Registered
12/08/1987
Date Manufactured
12/07/2026

Mileage & Tickford

Latest Mileage
62416
Mileage Last Known Date
29/08/2026
Date Entered Tickford
Mileage Into Tickford
Date Left Tickford
Mileage Out Tickford

Ownership & History

Previous Keepers
Original Owner
Original Dealer Supplied
Michael Fisher Ltd (St John’s Wood)
Country History
UK
Plate History Notes
Restoration History
Modifications
Damage History

Provenance

Auction Sold Date
Auction Sold Price
Auction History

1987 Ford Sierra RS500 Cosworth #462/500
One of just 52 Moonstone Blue RS500s produced, this well-presented example has covered just over 62,000 miles and retains its original YBD engine numbered YBD0155.
• ESTIMATE: £80,000 – £100,000
+ buyer’s premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 29th August, 2026 at 11.00am local time at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN
BODY COLOUR Moonstone Blue
DRIVE RHD
REG NUMBER E98 LHX
ODOMETER READING 62416 Miles
SUMMARY
One of just 52 Moonstone Blue RS500s produced, this well-presented example has covered just over 62,000 miles and retains its original YBD engine numbered YBD0155.
DESCRIPTION
• Developed by Ford and Tickford for Group A homologation, the Sierra RS500 Cosworth is among the most sought-after Performance Fords of the 1980s, with this example being build number 462 and chassis #38958
• Finished in Moonstone Blue, one of only 52 produced in this colour, the car is presented in notably good condition with strong paintwork, excellent panel fit, original wheels and a well-preserved interior featuring an uncracked dashboard and original audio equipment
• Powered by the original YBD Cosworth turbocharged engine numbered YBD0155, paired with a manual gearbox, the car is described as performing well with strong power delivery and has covered just over 62,000 miles
• Largely remaining in original specification, the only notable changes are a stainless steel exhaust system and Koni suspension, whilst all correct OE RS500 bumpers, spoilers and splitter remain in place and in good order
• Formerly an ex-Big Power feature car and understood to have once belonged to Adrian Newey in its earlier years, the RS500 was restored back to standard specification in 2012, with further detailed refurbishment to the engine bay carried out around seven to eight years ago
• Accompanied by service history and an extensive file of invoices dating back many years, this rare Moonstone Blue RS500 offers an appealing opportunity for the collector or enthusiast alike
SPECIFICATION
Make FORD
Model SIERRA
Variant RS500
Registration Number E98 LHX
Chassis Number WF0EXXGBBEGG38958
Engine Number YBD0155
Transmission Manual
Body Colour Moonstone Blue

Registrar Notes
Provenance Notes
One of 52 Moonstone cars; original YBD0155 engine; excellent condition; original wheels; uncracked dashboard; original audio; ex‑Adrian Newey; ex‑Big Power feature car; restored to standard spec in 2012; further engine bay refurbishment 7–8 years ago; extensive service history and invoices
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DVLA & Legal

Last DVLA Date Change
DVLA Event Reason
Last Log Book Issued Date
MOT Last Date

MOT History

MOT Summary

Total Tests: 17

Passed: 12

Failed: 5

✓ MOT #1 — 25/08/2023 (Passed)
✓ MOT #2 — 31/05/2018 (Passed)
Advisories
  • ⚠ Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
✓ MOT #3 — 24/07/2015 (Passed)
✓ MOT #4 — 22/07/2014 (Passed)
Advisories
  • ⚠ Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  • ⚠ Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
✗ MOT #5 — 21/07/2014 (Failed)
Failures
  • ✗ Battery insecure (1.9.1)
  • ✗ Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Advisories
  • ⚠ Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  • ⚠ Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
✓ MOT #6 — 24/07/2013 (Passed)
✗ MOT #7 — 20/07/2013 (Failed)
Failures
  • ✗ Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
  • ✗ Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
User Notes
  • 📝 Oil leak
  • 📝 battery light on
✓ MOT #8 — 08/05/2012 (Passed)
✓ MOT #9 — 21/05/2011 (Passed)
Advisories
  • ⚠ Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  • ⚠ Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  • ⚠ Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  • ⚠ Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
✓ MOT #10 — 22/05/2010 (Passed)
✗ MOT #11 — 22/05/2010 (Failed)
Failures
  • ✗ Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  • ✗ Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  • ✗ Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  • ✗ Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
✗ MOT #12 — 23/05/2009 (Failed)
Advisories
  • ⚠ Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  • ⚠ Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
✓ MOT #13 — 23/05/2009 (Passed)
Advisories
  • ⚠ Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  • ⚠ Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
✓ MOT #14 — 23/05/2008 (Passed)
Advisories
  • ⚠ Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
✗ MOT #15 — 23/05/2008 (Failed)
Advisories
  • ⚠ Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
✓ MOT #16 — 18/04/2007 (Passed)
✓ MOT #17 — 31/03/2006 (Passed)

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