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F115 YAB

1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

38,972 mi
Last recorded38,972 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire51,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF115 YAB
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 38,972 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 37,928 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 37,832 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Position lamp not working side light wing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 37,067 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 37,067 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 36,927 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 36,164 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2016 35,699 miles

corrosion to both rear inner sills

Fail 20 Jul 2016 35,699 miles

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

corrosion to both rear inner sills

Pass 16 Jul 2015 35,606 miles

both rear inner sills corroded

Fail 16 Jul 2015 35,606 miles

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

both rear inner sills corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2014 33,928 miles

corrosion both rear undersills/ chassis rails

corrosion n/s and o/s floor to sills

front brak ebalance o/s slow

Pass 26 Jun 2013 31,607 miles

fluctuation on front brakes

off side tyre only just legel on inner edge

Fail 18 Jun 2013 31,578 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 31,423 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 30,569 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 30,569 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 30,313 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 24,829 miles

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

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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F115 YAB is a 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 F115 YAB, 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 F115 YAB registered?

F115 YAB is a 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 3 May 1989.

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