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K978 FVW

1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,301 mi
Last recorded14,301 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2009
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire55,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK978 FVW
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2009 14,301 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

both front flexi brake hoses perished

offside front tyre starting to wear on edges

offside rear inner arch corroded

offside rear inner sill corroded

play in both front lower suspension arm inner and outer bushes

Pass 5 Jan 2009 11,936 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 11,018 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 7,399 miles

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

Offside Front 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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K978 FVW is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K978 FVW, 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 K978 FVW registered?

K978 FVW is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 27 February 1993.

Is K978 FVW safe to buy?

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