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ELW1J16

1992 Ford Granada

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

243,317 mi
Last recorded243,317 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2011
Typical for 1992 Ford Granada117,315 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELW1J16
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2011 243,317 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Propshaft component defective

suspect front wheels fouling on body under load (front tyres different size from rear)

Fail 1 Apr 2011 243,134 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension damaged (2.4.G.4a) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Propshaft component defective

suspect front wheels fouling on body under load (front tyres different size from rear)

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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ELW1J16 is a 1992 Ford Granada in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 117,315 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 ELW1J16, 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 34 years old, this Ford Granada is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was ELW1J16 registered?

ELW1J16 is a 1992 Ford Granada, first registered on 7 August 1992.

Is ELW1J16 safe to buy?

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