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PCF 462X

1982 Ford Granada

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

65,733 mi
Last recorded65,733 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1982 Ford Granada55,505 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCF 462X
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 65,733 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 65,227 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 65,119 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 65,085 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 64,976 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 64,869 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 64,721 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 64,720 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 May 2013 64,550 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 64,524 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 63,746 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 62,351 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 60,857 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 59,979 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 58,749 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 56,887 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 56,887 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight play in steering rack detected at nearside front wheel

vehicle has misfire

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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PCF 462X is a 1982 Ford Granada in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1982 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 55,505 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 PCF 462X, 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 44 years old, this Ford Granada is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PCF 462X?

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What year was PCF 462X registered?

PCF 462X is a 1982 Ford Granada, first registered on 1 May 1982.

Is PCF 462X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCF 462X shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PCF 462X have outstanding finance?

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