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H338 ABD

1991 Ford Sapphire

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,380 mi
Last recorded49,380 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2007
Typical for 1991 Ford Sapphire31,577 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH338 ABD
MakeFord
ModelSapphire
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2007 49,380 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front number plate damaged

Fail 26 Oct 2007 49,370 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front number plate damaged

Pass 8 Nov 2006 48,362 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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H338 ABD is a 1991 Ford Sapphire in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Ford Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 31,577 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 H338 ABD, 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 35 years old, this Ford Sapphire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H338 ABD registered?

H338 ABD is a 1991 Ford Sapphire, first registered on 24 January 1991.

Is H338 ABD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H338 ABD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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