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M523 FGF

1995 Ford Granada

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

160,259 mi
Last recorded160,259 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 Ford Granada107,623 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM523 FGF
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 160,259 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 159,440 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 158,139 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 158,139 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 157,197 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 156,292 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 156,034 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 154,900 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 153,907 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 153,263 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 153,237 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2012 153,202 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 153,201 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 153,018 miles

damage on alloys

Pass 7 Jul 2010 152,945 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 152,758 miles

advise condition of both front indicators

Pass 30 Jun 2008 152,428 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jun 2008 152,428 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2007 152,171 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 151,846 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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M523 FGF is a 1995 Ford Granada in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1995 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 107,623 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 M523 FGF, 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 31 years old, this Ford Granada is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M523 FGF registered?

M523 FGF is a 1995 Ford Granada, first registered on 19 May 1995.

Is M523 FGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M523 FGF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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