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J103 SPA

1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire

White Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,588 mi
Last recorded76,588 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2008
Typical for 1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire50,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ103 SPA
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Mar 2008 76,588 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 76,588 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 75,796 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 74,775 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 74,775 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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J103 SPA is a 1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire in White with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 50,392 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J103 SPA, 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 34 years old, this Ford Sierra Sapphire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J103 SPA?

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What year was J103 SPA registered?

J103 SPA is a 1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 31 March 1992.

Is J103 SPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J103 SPA shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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