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J113 VDW

1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

21,593 mi
Last recorded21,593 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire50,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ113 VDW
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 21,593 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

light corrosion to under side of vehicle

Fail 2 Aug 2017 21,589 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front tyre cracked/perished

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

light corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 23 Aug 2016 21,289 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 21,298 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 20,602 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

brake pipes greased

front struts/rear subframe/rear suspension arms/rear back plates all rusty

Pass 4 Mar 2014 19,144 miles

brake pipes greased

front struts/rear subframe/rear suspension arms/rear back plates all rusty

Pass 15 Feb 2013 18,515 miles

all brake and fuel pipes greased

front suspension legs rusty

rear suspension arms rusty

Pass 13 Mar 2012 18,427 miles

brake pipes greased

floor rusty at rear both sides

Fail 13 Mar 2012 18,427 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

brake pipes greased

floor rusty at rear both sides

Pass 16 Apr 2009 17,918 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all 4 brake hoses ferrules rusty

centre and rear exhaust rusty

Pass 22 Jan 2008 15,020 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 10,753 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 6,074 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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J113 VDW is a 1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 J113 VDW, 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.

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J113 VDW is a 1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 3 June 1992.

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