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VIB 9160

1991 Ford Sapphire

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,355 mi
Last recorded37,355 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1991 Ford Sapphire31,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIB 9160
MakeFord
ModelSapphire
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2018 37,355 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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VIB 9160 is a 1991 Ford Sapphire in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 VIB 9160, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VIB 9160 registered?

VIB 9160 is a 1991 Ford Sapphire, first registered on 22 November 1991.

Is VIB 9160 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIB 9160 shows 1 test 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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