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K126 ANM

1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

83,748 mi
Last recorded83,748 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2010
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire55,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK126 ANM
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2010 83,748 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 14 Dec 2010 83,731 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 80,612 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 80,594 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 77,473 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 74,455 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 71,277 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2006 71,277 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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K126 ANM is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 55,142 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 K126 ANM, 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 33 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 K126 ANM registered?

K126 ANM is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 18 January 1993.

Is K126 ANM safe to buy?

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