Ford Sapphire 2000e A (1991)
1991 Ford Sapphire 2000e A
CarHunch is tracking 115 1991 Ford Sapphire 2000e A vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1991 Ford Sapphire 2000E is in severe mechanical distress: only 1.7% pass their MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and the petrol version records a 0% pass rate across 113 vehicles tested. No dangerous defects were recorded, which is the sole positive, but the data is so extreme it suggests these cars are either barely roadworthy or this particular cohort has been neglected to the point of systematic failure.
At an average of 50,854 miles, these Sapphires are showing their age after three decades, and the zero failures and advisories per vehicle reported likely reflects that most haven't even made it to a testable condition rather than being well-maintained. If you're considering one, treat it as a full mechanical rebuild project rather than a usable classic—budget for comprehensive work on suspension, brakes, exhaust, and engine bay before even attempting an MOT.
We have 115 1991 Ford Sapphire 2000e A vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.
What to check before buying a 1991 Ford Sapphire 2000e A
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 113 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (2%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
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