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F204 PLF

1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,923 mi
Last recorded35,923 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2007
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire51,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF204 PLF
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2007 35,923 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 30,335 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

nearside rear outer driveshaft gator perished

offside wing mirror cowelling loose

Fail 4 Jan 2006 24,687 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

n/s rear driveshaft outer gaitor split

Pass 4 Jan 2006 24,687 miles

n/s rear driveshaft outer gaitor split

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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F204 PLF is a 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F204 PLF, 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 F204 PLF registered?

F204 PLF is a 1989 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 4 January 1989.

Is F204 PLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F204 PLF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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