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J953 KHR

1992 Ford Sapphire

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,766 mi
Last recorded70,766 miles
Recorded on14 May 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ953 KHR
MakeFord
ModelSapphire
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2008 70,766 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 70,766 miles

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 65,573 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 63,372 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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J953 KHR is a 1992 Ford Sapphire in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J953 KHR, 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 34 years old, this Ford Sapphire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J953 KHR registered?

J953 KHR is a 1992 Ford Sapphire, first registered on 28 April 1992.

Is J953 KHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J953 KHR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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