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J737 OCC

1991 Ford Sapphire

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,622 mi
Last recorded97,622 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2010
Typical for 1991 Ford Sapphire31,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ737 OCC
MakeFord
ModelSapphire
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2010 97,622 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 95,351 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 90,150 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 85,327 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 79,216 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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J737 OCC is a 1991 Ford Sapphire in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 J737 OCC, 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 J737 OCC registered?

J737 OCC is a 1991 Ford Sapphire, first registered on 10 September 1991.

Is J737 OCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J737 OCC shows 5 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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