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J355 DMB

1991 Ford Sapphire

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,418 mi
Last recorded40,418 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2007
Typical for 1991 Ford Sapphire31,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ355 DMB
MakeFord
ModelSapphire
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2007 40,418 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 129,898 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Sapphire?

Based on 1,482 MOT tests across 315 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
2,818
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
315
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 202
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 136
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 92
Brake pipe excessively corroded 81
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 62
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J355 DMB is a 1991 Ford Sapphire in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J355 DMB, 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.

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What year was J355 DMB registered?

J355 DMB is a 1991 Ford Sapphire, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J355 DMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J355 DMB shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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