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F135 EFL

1989 Ford Granada

Silver Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

129,745 mi
Last recorded129,745 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Granada109,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF135 EFL
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 129,745 miles

Vehicle and suspension components under seal

Pass 13 Apr 2025 129,745 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 82,893 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Mar 2024 82,893 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Indicator tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Mar 2023 82,888 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded x2 ()

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner part of outer sill slight (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 82,878 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded leading towards the front ()

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 129,745 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded x2 by floor pan ()

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion offside and nearside inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 129,745 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded x2 lines ()

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear coil spring corroded offside and nearside (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 129,745 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 129,745 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear outer sill is in poor condition

Pass 6 Nov 2013 129,745 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 129,745 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Please note: o/s and n/s inner to outer sill showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 31 Oct 2012 129,745 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 129,758 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2012 129,745 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 128,764 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 127,132 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 124,738 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 124,738 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 122,056 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 119,694 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 119,652 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 117,452 miles

offside and nearside rear outer sills are starting to show signs of corrosion

Pass 3 Nov 2005 114,313 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 114,310 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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F135 EFL is a 1989 Ford Granada in Silver with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1989 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 109,460 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 F135 EFL, 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 37 years old, this Ford Granada is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F135 EFL registered?

F135 EFL is a 1989 Ford Granada, first registered on 26 May 1989.

Is F135 EFL safe to buy?

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