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H235 HBF

1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

89,175 mi
Last recorded89,175 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire48,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH235 HBF
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 89,175 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Sep 2012 89,175 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 87,632 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

advise surface corrosion to n/s and o/s outer and inner seals

Pass 13 Sep 2010 86,517 miles

front reg plate cracked

rear drive shaft gaitors split

smell of fuel

wear in tca bushes

Pass 14 Sep 2009 84,112 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 84,112 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

advise slight play to o/s steering arm

Fail 10 Sep 2008 80,068 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

corrosion appearing to off side rear outter sill

front reg plate cracked

near side and off side rear outter cv boots split

Pass 10 Sep 2008 80,068 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

corrosion appearing to off side rear outter sill

front reg plate cracked

near side and off side rear outter cv boots split

Pass 4 Sep 2007 75,921 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 70,626 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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H235 HBF is a 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 48,133 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 H235 HBF, 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 36 years old, this Ford Sierra Sapphire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H235 HBF is a 1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 1 August 1990.

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