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K482 VPR

1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,551 mi
Last recorded41,551 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire55,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK482 VPR
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2014 41,551 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust rubbers perished

front flexi brake hoses starting to crack

offside & nearside rear tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 23 Apr 2013 39,014 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 10 Feb 2012 38,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 38,950 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 32,255 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear outer driveshaft gaiter deteriorating

Pass 29 Dec 2009 26,020 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 18,825 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 10,389 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 3,360 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 95,514 miles

slight play in upper steering column

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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K482 VPR is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 K482 VPR, 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 K482 VPR registered?

K482 VPR is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 12 February 1993.

Is K482 VPR safe to buy?

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