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Ford Sapphire

Silver · Petrol · 1989 · 1,998 cc

G956 VTMMOT history

G956 VTM is a silver petrol Ford Sapphire first used on 24 Nov 1989. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 97,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2025
Mileage
97,294 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2024
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,395 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G956 VTM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Sapphire
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
24 Nov 1989
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

G956 VTM was last recorded at 97,294 miles on 28 Feb 2024, 184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
97,110 miles · 7 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
184 miles
Average per year
3,395 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 97,294 miles
  • 2023 – 97,110 miles
  • 2022 – 96,899 miles
  • 2021 – 94,703 miles
  • 2020 – 93,369 miles
  • 2019 – 91,146 miles
  • 2018 – 90,559 miles
  • 2017 – 88,276 miles
  • 2016 – 84,583 miles
  • 2015 – 80,666 miles
  • 2014 – 77,594 miles
  • 2013 – 75,108 miles
  • 2012 – 72,567 miles
  • 2011 – 69,634 miles
  • 2010 – 65,697 miles
  • 2009 – 59,267 miles
  • 2008 – 48,008 miles
  • 2007 – 39,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,294 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,294 miles (+184)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    97,294 miles
    Test number
    763965382609
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass97,110 miles (+211)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    97,110 miles
    Test number
    798108208539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass96,899 miles (+2,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    96,899 miles
    Test number
    385442276214
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass94,703 miles (+1,334)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    94,703 miles
    Test number
    936223934519
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Beginning to split and allow grease out (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Beginning to split and allow grease out (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Middle box mounting split- secured by owner (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 1 x small cut to outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass93,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,369 miles
    Test number
    319743204478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail93,369 miles (+2,223)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,369 miles
    Test number
    465489927426
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass91,146 miles (+587)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    91,146 miles
    Test number
    300533874760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,559 miles (+2,283)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    90,559 miles
    Test number
    205754223350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,276 miles (+3,693)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    88,276 miles
    Test number
    511635698718
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass84,583 miles (+3,917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    84,583 miles
    Test number
    252892981338
    • AdvisoryO/S/R Brake pipes corroding

  11. Pass80,666 miles (+3,072)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    80,666 miles
    Test number
    158459315409
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion under vehicle

  12. Pass77,594 miles (+2,486)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    77,594 miles
    Test number
    885436804040
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass75,108 miles (+2,541)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    75,108 miles
    Test number
    996748003066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight underbody corrosion

  14. Pass72,567 miles (+2,933)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    72,567 miles
    Test number
    856022802058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass69,634 miles (+3,937)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    69,634 miles
    Test number
    197315101040
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass65,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    65,697 miles
    Test number
    212511710055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,697 miles (+6,430)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,697 miles
    Test number
    722661210034
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass59,267 miles (+11,259)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,267 miles
    Test number
    314223219036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,008 miles (+8,881)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,008 miles
    Test number
    142951328092
    • NoteEngine oil leak.

  20. Pass39,127 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    39,127 miles
    Test number
    754540517039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about G956 VTM

Does G956 VTM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on G956 VTM expired on 27 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on G956 VTM?
The MOT on G956 VTM expired on 27 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has G956 VTM done?
G956 VTM was recorded at 97,294 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2024, an average of 3,395 miles a year.
Has G956 VTM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G956 VTM has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on G956 VTM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on G956 VTM find?
G956 VTM passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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