MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,111 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
MINOR ENGINE OIL LEAK,
TRACK CONTROL ARMS BUSHES SPLITTING.
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
MINOR ENGINE OIL LEAK,
TRACK CONTROL ARM BUSHES SPLITTING.
BATTERY IS INSECURE.
DEEP CUT TO SPARE TYRE.
EXHAUST SYSTEM REAR SECTION HAS PIN HOLES.
REAR RIGID BRAKE PIPES TO NEARSIDE RUSTY.
How Reliable is the Ford Sapphire?
Based on 1,482 MOT tests across 315 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J255 LEW is a 1991 Ford Sapphire in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1991 Ford Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 31,577 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Ford Sapphire fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 202 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J255 LEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Ford Sapphire typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Ford Sapphire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of J255 LEW?
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What year was J255 LEW registered?
J255 LEW is a 1991 Ford Sapphire, first registered on 1 August 1991.
Is J255 LEW safe to buy?
The MOT history for J255 LEW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does J255 LEW have outstanding finance?
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