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NDZ 3223

1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,092 mi
Last recorded87,092 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2008
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire55,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDZ 3223
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2008 87,092 miles

n/s sill corroding

o/s inner sill corroding

rear indicators slightly dim

tow bar insecure

Fail 2 Jul 2008 86,992 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

n/s sill corroding

o/s inner sill corroding

rear indicators slightly dim

tow bar insecure

Pass 30 Jun 2007 8,004 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 7,996 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 72,102 miles

front discs and pads worn

Fail 22 Jun 2006 72,049 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front discs and pads worn

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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NDZ 3223 is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NDZ 3223, 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 NDZ 3223 registered?

NDZ 3223 is a 1993 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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