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A178 VVP

1983 Ford Granada

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,528 mi
Last recorded69,528 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 1983 Ford Granada53,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA178 VVP
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2022 69,528 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 68,103 miles

n/s front fog lamp inop

Pass 25 Apr 2020 67,322 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 66,266 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

o/s front fog lamp inop

split pin missing from rear diff mount

Pass 30 Apr 2018 65,684 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 65,186 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 64,441 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 63,984 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 62,465 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 61,225 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 61,216 miles

oil leak

How Reliable is the Ford Granada?

Based on 119,355 MOT tests across 26,285 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
1,975
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
26,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,564
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,983
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,266
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,014
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,995
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A178 VVP is a 1983 Ford Granada in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 53,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Granada fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 11,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A178 VVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Granada typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 43 years old, this Ford Granada is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A178 VVP registered?

A178 VVP is a 1983 Ford Granada, first registered on 21 December 1983.

Is A178 VVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A178 VVP shows 11 tests 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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