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Ford Sierra Sapphire

Red · Petrol · 1991 · 1,993 cc

C8 YBTMOT history

C8 YBT is a red petrol Ford Sierra Sapphire first used on 1 Aug 1991. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 111,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
111,375 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 YBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Sierra Sapphire
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,993 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
1 Aug 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 YBT was last recorded at 111,375 miles on 22 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Sept 2006: 81,770 miles, lower than 83,760 miles on 27 Sept 2005.
  • 3 Apr 2017: 7,856 miles, lower than 106,331 miles on 9 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
111,373 miles · 25 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,375 miles
  • 2023 – 111,373 miles
  • 2021 – 11,035 miles
  • 2020 – 10,504 miles
  • 2019 – 9,515 miles
  • 2018 – 8,599 miles
  • 2017 – 7,856 miles
  • 2016 – 106,331 miles
  • 2015 – 99,720 miles
  • 2014 – 98,966 miles
  • 2013 – 98,289 miles
  • 2012 – 98,122 miles
  • 2011 – 96,848 miles
  • 2007 – 95,799 miles
  • 2006 – 91,794 miles
  • 2005 – 83,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,375 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main run (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion to underneath vehicle and heavily undersealed

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,375 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    111,375 miles
    Test number
    166768958080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main run (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to underneath vehicle and heavily undersealed

  2. Fail111,373 miles (+100,338)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,373 miles
    Test number
    951839805558
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass11,035 miles (+531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    11,035 miles
    Test number
    348883358536
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (main run) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Pass10,504 miles (+989)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    10,504 miles
    Test number
    685531107059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass9,515 miles (+916)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    9,515 miles
    Test number
    518959440502
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass8,599 miles (+743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    8,599 miles
    Test number
    513738816404
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering column bush (2.2.A.1b)

  7. Pass7,856 miles (-98,475)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    7,856 miles
    Test number
    407935385899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner sills.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to brake pipes under bonnet

  8. Pass106,331 miles (+6,611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,331 miles
    Test number
    506215316117
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  9. Pass99,720 miles (+754)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    99,720 miles
    Test number
    209141905108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,966 miles (+677)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    98,966 miles
    Test number
    687077054068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,289 miles (+167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    98,289 miles
    Test number
    377860883077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass98,122 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    98,122 miles
    Test number
    375452782010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass96,848 miles (+185)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    96,848 miles
    Test number
    266026571052
    • NoteOffside head light aim on upper limit boarder line pass
    • NoteParking brake effort low boarder line pass

  14. Fail96,663 miles (+864)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,663 miles
    Test number
    345507961031
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  15. Pass95,799 miles (+4,005)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    95,799 miles
    Test number
    422796677244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    91,794 miles
    Test number
    263024556250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,770 miles (-1,990)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,770 miles
    Test number
    953284556232
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

  18. Fail83,760 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,760 miles
    Test number
    290780075220
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  19. Pass83,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    83,760 miles
    Test number
    340500975450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 YBT

Does C8 YBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 YBT is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 YBT?
The MOT on C8 YBT is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 YBT done?
C8 YBT was recorded at 111,375 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 1,337 miles a year.
Has C8 YBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 YBT has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on C8 YBT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 11 Sept 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C8 YBT find?
C8 YBT passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main run; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; slight corrosion to underneath vehicle and heavily undersealed.

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