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K485 RLD

1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,378 mi
Last recorded75,378 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2024
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire55,142 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK485 RLD
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2024 75,378 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 75,153 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 9,333 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 9,333 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 7,771 miles

advise front number plate

Pass 20 Aug 2007 4,236 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 94,006 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 99,837 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 99,837 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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K485 RLD is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K485 RLD, 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 K485 RLD registered?

K485 RLD is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 12 February 1993.

Is K485 RLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K485 RLD shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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