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F142 SLW

1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,581 mi
Last recorded88,581 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire51,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF142 SLW
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1989
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 88,581 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 88,146 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 86,341 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside front track control arm compliance bushes starting to split

Play in steering column lower bush

Pass 5 Oct 2009 84,349 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 80,514 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 75,806 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 72,140 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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F142 SLW is a 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 F142 SLW, 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 F142 SLW registered?

F142 SLW is a 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 2 May 1989.

Is F142 SLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F142 SLW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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