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A20 KOS

1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,565 mi
Last recorded84,565 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire48,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 KOS
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 84,565 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 82,263 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 81,181 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 79,988 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 79,146 miles

vehicle heavily modified

Pass 11 Mar 2020 77,998 miles

vehicle heavily modified

Pass 6 Dec 2018 77,953 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 77,902 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 77,758 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 77,475 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Oct 2015 77,475 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle parking (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 6.0% (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 77,279 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 77,048 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 75,789 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 75,526 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 74,928 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 74,352 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 73,057 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 72,131 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2006 71,555 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2005 70,954 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2005 70,954 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Sierra Sapphire?

Based on 45,605 MOT tests across 9,774 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
1,818
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
9,774
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,789
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,266
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,388
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,568
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A20 KOS is a 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 48,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Sierra Sapphire fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,789 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 KOS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Sierra Sapphire typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 36 years old, this Ford Sierra Sapphire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A20 KOS registered?

A20 KOS is a 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is A20 KOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 KOS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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