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B3 COS

1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,631 mi
Last recorded59,631 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire48,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 COS
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 59,631 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 57,845 miles

slight wear bottom steering column bush

Fail 8 May 2014 57,844 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

slight wear bottom steering column bush

Pass 8 Mar 2008 52,319 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 47,362 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2007 47,362 miles

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

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

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

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 45,360 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2005 43,660 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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B3 COS is a 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B3 COS, 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 B3 COS registered?

B3 COS is a 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is B3 COS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 COS shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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