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E1 DWP

1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,199 mi
Last recorded83,199 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2013
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire51,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE1 DWP
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2013 83,199 miles

Bonnet vent missing along with boot spoiler and n/s/r wheel centre cap.

Discs corroded.

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 13 Jun 2013 83,199 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Bonnet vent missing along with boot spoiler and n/s/r wheel centre cap.

Discs corroded.

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 82,934 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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E1 DWP is a 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 51,009 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 E1 DWP, 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 37 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 E1 DWP registered?

E1 DWP is a 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 17 March 1989.

Is E1 DWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E1 DWP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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