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A407 RGB

1983 Ford Granada

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,545 mi
Last recorded95,545 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 1983 Ford Granada53,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA407 RGB
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 95,545 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 95,433 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 94,877 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 94,847 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 94,847 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Radius arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Upper Radius arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 94,823 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 94,146 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 93,365 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 93,349 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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A407 RGB is a 1983 Ford Granada in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A407 RGB, 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 A407 RGB?

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What year was A407 RGB registered?

A407 RGB is a 1983 Ford Granada, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A407 RGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A407 RGB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A407 RGB have outstanding finance?

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