MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
126,091 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front Steering system lock to lock check twists a brake hose (2.2.D.2b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Offside Front Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)
engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
How Reliable is the Ford Granada?
Based on 119,355 MOT tests across 26,285 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E161 WGC is a 1987 Ford Granada in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1987 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 95,274 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 E161 WGC, 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 39 years old, this Ford Granada is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was E161 WGC registered?
E161 WGC is a 1987 Ford Granada, first registered on 8 October 1987.
Is E161 WGC safe to buy?
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