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A20 MFR

1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,961 mi
Last recorded84,961 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire48,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 MFR
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 84,961 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 84,950 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 84,448 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 84,135 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 84,103 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 84,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 May 2008 84,082 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 83,780 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 83,075 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 MFR is a 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MFR, 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.

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What year was A20 MFR registered?

A20 MFR is a 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 6 August 1990.

Is A20 MFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 MFR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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