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B13 RUF

1988 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

13,332 mi
Last recorded13,332 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Ford Sierra Sapphire52,528 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB13 RUF
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 13,332 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 12,521 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 11,806 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 11,273 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 10,151 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 9,038 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 7,796 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 6,841 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2016 6,840 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 May 2015 5,074 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 99,999 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 98,752 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2012 98,752 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 97,510 miles

Nearside rear handbrake slow and low reading.

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Travel on handbrake.

Pass 10 Jul 2006 97,421 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 97,421 miles

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

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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B13 RUF is a 1988 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1988 Ford Sierra Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 52,528 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 B13 RUF, 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 38 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 B13 RUF registered?

B13 RUF is a 1988 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 15 March 1988.

Is B13 RUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B13 RUF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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