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C5 SSV

1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,031 mi
Last recorded92,031 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire48,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 SSV
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 92,031 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 92,009 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 91,997 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 91,990 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 90,516 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 90,146 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 89,757 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 89,074 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 87,924 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 86,729 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 85,626 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 85,616 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 33,718 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 79,602 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 79,354 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 76,213 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 71,435 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 71,435 miles

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

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)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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C5 SSV is a 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 C5 SSV, 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 C5 SSV registered?

C5 SSV is a 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is C5 SSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 SSV shows 18 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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