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ESU 709

1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,739 mi
Last recorded77,739 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2007
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire51,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESU 709
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2007 77,739 miles

METAL BRAKE PIPES LIGHTLY CORRODED

NAIL IN N/S/FRONT TREAD

OIL LEAK

REAR NUMBER PLATE SHOWING SIGNS OF WEAR

SMALL CHIP IN N/S/FRONT HEAD LIGHT GLASS

VEHICLE SHOWING SIGNS OF LIGHT CORROSION

Pass 19 Jun 2006 70,763 miles

slight leak from power rack

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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ESU 709 is a 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 ESU 709, 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 ESU 709 registered?

ESU 709 is a 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 25 April 1989.

Is ESU 709 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESU 709 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESU 709 have outstanding finance?

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