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M799 BYJ

1995 Ford Sierra Sapphire

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

77,512 mi
Last recorded77,512 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM799 BYJ
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 77,512 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 77,407 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 77,094 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018

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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 25 Apr 2018
Pass 25 Apr 2017 76,453 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 76,304 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 76,280 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 76,218 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 76,195 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 76,072 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 75,864 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 75,769 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 75,579 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 75,437 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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M799 BYJ is a 1995 Ford Sierra Sapphire in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M799 BYJ, 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 31 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 M799 BYJ registered?

M799 BYJ is a 1995 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 7 February 1995.

Is M799 BYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M799 BYJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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