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A208 NPU

1983 Ford Granada

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

18,936 mi
Last recorded18,936 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Granada53,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA208 NPU
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 18,936 miles
Fail 24 May 2023 18,393 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel pump. (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 18,011 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 17,965 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 17,543 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 16,051 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 15,256 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 15,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 14,722 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 14,716 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 13,942 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 13,337 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 11,861 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 11,407 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 8,893 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 3,337 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 3,337 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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A208 NPU is a 1983 Ford Granada in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 A208 NPU, 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 A208 NPU registered?

A208 NPU is a 1983 Ford Granada, first registered on 8 August 1983.

Is A208 NPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A208 NPU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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