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E273 MMU

1987 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

83,330 mi
Last recorded83,330 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2009
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra Sapphire49,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE273 MMU
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2009 83,330 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 83,330 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 81,642 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 81,642 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 80,473 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 78,681 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 78,681 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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E273 MMU is a 1987 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1987 Ford Sierra Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 49,504 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 E273 MMU, 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 39 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 E273 MMU registered?

E273 MMU is a 1987 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 24 August 1987.

Is E273 MMU safe to buy?

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