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K772 YVU

1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,368 mi
Last recorded86,368 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire55,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK772 YVU
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 86,368 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 85,695 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 85,180 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 85,180 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2011 85,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 80,624 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 80,624 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

All Suspension Coil Springs Rusted

Chips In Windscreen

Nearside Front Suspension Track Control Arm Bushes Perishing

Pass 5 Dec 2007 77,516 miles

Chips In Windscreen

Clamp Missing From Rear Exhaust Joint. (No Leak From System)

Engine Oil Leaks

Front Brake Discs Rusting On Inner Edge

Gearbox Oil Leaks

Slight Play In Nearside Front Top Strut Mount

Fail 27 Nov 2007 77,470 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 60,940 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 56,456 miles

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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K772 YVU is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 K772 YVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K772 YVU registered?

K772 YVU is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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The MOT history for K772 YVU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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