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ORX 537R

1977 Ford Granada

Gold Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,296 mi
Last recorded94,296 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2017
Typical for 1977 Ford Granada59,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORX 537R
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1977
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2017 94,296 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2016 94,257 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 93,869 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 93,446 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 93,156 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 93,156 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 92,662 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 92,647 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 92,339 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 91,847 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 91,374 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 May 2008 91,374 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 May 2007 91,187 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 91,187 miles

Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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ORX 537R is a 1977 Ford Granada in Gold with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1977 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 59,280 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 ORX 537R, 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 49 years old, this Ford Granada is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ORX 537R registered?

ORX 537R is a 1977 Ford Granada, first registered on 20 January 1977.

Is ORX 537R safe to buy?

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