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A221 NHK

1983 Ford Granada

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

83,928 mi
Last recorded83,928 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Granada53,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA221 NHK
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 83,928 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 82,270 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 80,567 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 78,336 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 76,043 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 74,226 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 72,207 miles

front tyres slightly perished

rear exhaust mount perished

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 70,347 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 68,409 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 65,897 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 63,933 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 62,105 miles

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

side windows dark tint

Fail 10 Apr 2012 62,096 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

side windows dark tint

Pass 29 Jul 2011 62,081 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 61,045 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 59,188 miles

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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A221 NHK is a 1983 Ford Granada in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 A221 NHK, 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

How do I check the history of A221 NHK?

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What year was A221 NHK registered?

A221 NHK is a 1983 Ford Granada, first registered on 8 August 1983.

Is A221 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A221 NHK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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