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CDZ 414

1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

34,646 mi
Last recorded34,646 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire48,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDZ 414
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 34,646 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear + other brake pipes undersealed (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Aug 2016 34,630 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear + other brake pipes undersealed (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 May 2015 34,613 miles

Handbrake needs strong pull to reach 16% effort, may require adjustment or repair

Temporary repair to offside headlamp

Fail 20 May 2015 34,613 miles

Handbrake needs strong pull to reach 16% effort, may require adjustment or repair

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Temporary repair to offside headlamp

Pass 23 May 2014 33,356 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 33,356 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 32,376 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 30,753 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 29,402 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 27,458 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 27,458 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 25,688 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

lower effort applied o/s handbrake.

Pass 26 Mar 2008 23,621 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 21,609 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 21,609 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 20,173 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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CDZ 414 is a 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CDZ 414, 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 CDZ 414 registered?

CDZ 414 is a 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is CDZ 414 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDZ 414 shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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