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DKK 126Y

1982 Ford Granada

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

58,145 mi
Last recorded58,145 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 1982 Ford Granada55,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKK 126Y
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 16 Oct 2020 58,145 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing Track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Brakes imbalanced across an axle slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2020 58,141 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle o/s slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill at suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill corroded within rear suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear exhaust rubbing on drive shaft

Offside Rear tyre cracks on outer sidewall

Pass 30 Jul 2019 57,890 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 57,416 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 57,355 miles

4x tyres wearing & cracking

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Jun 2017 57,355 miles

4x tyres wearing & cracking

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid n/s & o/s (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 57,027 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 54,254 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 54,254 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 53,834 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 52,837 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

n/s & o/s rear brake pipes greased

Pass 17 Mar 2010 51,594 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 50,689 miles

Brake balance within limits but advise checking front brakes.

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 50,689 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Brake balance within limits but advise checking front brakes.

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 47,325 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 45,603 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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DKK 126Y is a 1982 Ford Granada in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1982 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 55,505 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DKK 126Y, 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 44 years old, this Ford Granada is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DKK 126Y registered?

DKK 126Y is a 1982 Ford Granada, first registered on 1 November 1982.

Is DKK 126Y safe to buy?

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