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J121 RFL

1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

37,029 mi
Last recorded37,029 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2006
Typical for 1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire50,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ121 RFL
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2006 37,029 miles

brake hose ferrules corroded

o/s/f n/s/f o/s/r tyre edges worn

Fail 24 Jan 2006 37,025 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake hose ferrules corroded

o/s/f,n/s/f and o/s/r tyres edges worn

Fail 1 Nov 2005 36,800 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Nearside Headlamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre worn on inside edge.

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

battery insecure

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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J121 RFL is a 1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 J121 RFL, 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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What year was J121 RFL registered?

J121 RFL is a 1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 24 January 1992.

Is J121 RFL safe to buy?

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