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F235 OFA

1988 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Red Diesel 2304cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,766 mi
Last recorded91,766 miles
Recorded on3 May 2007
Typical for 1988 Ford Sierra Sapphire52,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF235 OFA
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,304cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 May 2007 91,766 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear 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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F235 OFA is a 1988 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Red with a 2,304cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Ford Sierra Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 52,528 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 F235 OFA, 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 38 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 F235 OFA registered?

F235 OFA is a 1988 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F235 OFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F235 OFA shows 1 test 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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