Ford Sierra Sapphire MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Ford Sierra Sapphire. Check any Sierra Sapphire by registration number below.

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89.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.8%

vs Ford Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Ford Sierra Sapphire — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ford Sierra Sapphire has an average MOT pass rate of 89.9%, which is 4.8 percentage points above the Ford brand average of 85.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Sierra Sapphire is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Ford Sierra Sapphire fails its MOT are a brake hose ferrule excessively corroded, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your Sierra Sapphire for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Ford Sierra Sapphire, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Ford Sierra Sapphire performs at MOT across different model years.

1993

Based on 39 vehicles

74.4%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

22.2%

1992

Based on 216 vehicles

86.1%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

13.1%

1991

Based on 221 vehicles

91.0%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.1%

1990

Based on 321 vehicles

95.6%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.6%

1989

Based on 456 vehicles

93.6%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.6%

Retest Rate

3.6%

1988

Based on 224 vehicles

97.3%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

1.3%

0

Based on 454 vehicles

91.6%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

Mileage at 5yr

51k mi

Top MOT Failures — Ford Sierra Sapphire

The most common reasons a Ford Sierra Sapphire fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A brake hose ferrule excessively corroded

5.6%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

4.6%

Ford Sierra Sapphire Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear

15.4%

Rear Nearside

10.3%

Front Offside

5.1%

Other Ford Models

Compare MOT reliability across Ford models.

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75.7% pass rate

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95.4% pass rate

Ford Tourneo Connect

89.9% pass rate

Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev

93.1% pass rate

Ford Mondeo

67.1% pass rate

Ford Focus C - Max

96.1% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Ford Sierra Sapphire

Ford Sierra Sapphire — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ford Sierra Sapphire MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Sierra Sapphire?

The average MOT pass rate for the Ford Sierra Sapphire is 89.9% compared to the Ford average of 85.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Sierra Sapphire?

The most common MOT failures on the Ford Sierra Sapphire are: A brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (5.6%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (4.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Ford Sierra Sapphire reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 89.9%, the Ford Sierra Sapphire is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Ford Sierra Sapphire?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Ford Sierra Sapphire?

Typical mileage for the Ford Sierra Sapphire: 51,391 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Sierra Sapphire to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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