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73ZDP2

1987 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Cream Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,935 mi
Last recorded21,935 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra Sapphire49,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration73ZDP2
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1987
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 May 2021 21,935 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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73ZDP2 is a 1987 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Cream with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Ford Sierra Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 49,504 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 73ZDP2, 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 39 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 73ZDP2 registered?

73ZDP2 is a 1987 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 13 October 1987.

Is 73ZDP2 safe to buy?

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