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G89 CPU

1990 Ford Sapphire

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

88,003 mi
Last recorded88,003 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1990 Ford Sapphire49,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG89 CPU
MakeFord
ModelSapphire
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 88,003 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 87,145 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2016 87,100 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 84,333 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2010 84,203 miles

front wiper blades slightly worn

Pass 1 May 2009 83,764 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 83,194 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)

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

both front tyres cracking on side walls

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

oil leaking from engine

wipers smeary

Pass 30 Apr 2007 82,824 miles

all 4 tyres wall cracking †all 4 shock absorbers weak

Pass 4 May 2006 81,969 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 81,969 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2005 81,510 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Sapphire?

Based on 1,482 MOT tests across 315 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
2,818
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
315
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 202
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 136
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 92
Brake pipe excessively corroded 81
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 62
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G89 CPU is a 1990 Ford Sapphire in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1990 Ford Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 49,974 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Sapphire fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 202 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G89 CPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Sapphire typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Ford Sapphire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G89 CPU is a 1990 Ford Sapphire, first registered on 4 April 1990.

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