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J686 NNX

1991 Ford Sapphire

Grey Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,222 mi
Last recorded62,222 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2008
Typical for 1991 Ford Sapphire31,577 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ686 NNX
MakeFord
ModelSapphire
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2008 62,222 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 59,369 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 56,213 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2006 56,213 miles

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

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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J686 NNX is a 1991 Ford Sapphire in Grey with a 1,769cc 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 J686 NNX, 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 J686 NNX registered?

J686 NNX is a 1991 Ford Sapphire, first registered on 30 September 1991.

Is J686 NNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J686 NNX 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.

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