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L392 SJK

1994 Ford Sierra Sapphire

Maroon Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,771 mi
Last recorded25,771 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2011
Typical for 1994 Ford Sierra Sapphire41,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL392 SJK
MakeFord
ModelSierra Sapphire
Year1994
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2011 25,771 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 10,460 miles

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Jul 2009 10,460 miles

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

Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 9,865 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 6,343 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 6,247 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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L392 SJK is a 1994 Ford Sierra Sapphire in Maroon with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L392 SJK, 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 L392 SJK registered?

L392 SJK is a 1994 Ford Sierra Sapphire, first registered on 14 April 1994.

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