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L38 MTW

1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

64,034 mi
Last recorded64,034 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire55,142 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL38 MTW
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 64,034 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 63,245 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 62,668 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 62,454 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 61,873 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 61,233 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 60,700 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 60,221 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 59,429 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 59,390 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2015 59,353 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 58,295 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 57,295 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

inner drive shaft gaiters insecure

Fail 6 Jul 2012 57,295 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

inner drive shaft gaiters insecure

Pass 29 Jul 2008 56,123 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 54,317 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 51,962 miles

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

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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L38 MTW is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 L38 MTW, 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 L38 MTW registered?

L38 MTW is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 8 September 1993.

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The MOT history for L38 MTW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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