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K781 VKM

1994 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,130 mi
Last recorded23,130 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2005
Typical for 1994 Ford Sierra Sapphire41,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK781 VKM
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2005 23,130 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 23,130 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Lower Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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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K781 VKM is a 1994 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Ford Sierra Sapphire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 41,920 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 K781 VKM, 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 32 years old, this Ford Sierra Sapphire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K781 VKM registered?

K781 VKM is a 1994 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 7 January 1994.

Is K781 VKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K781 VKM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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