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SBJ 219R

1977 Ford Granada

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,198 mi
Last recorded99,198 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 1977 Ford Granada59,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBJ 219R
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 99,198 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 99,068 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 99,066 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 99,032 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 98,680 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 97,830 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

nearside chasssis corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2011 96,784 miles

corrosion in nearside front cassis section

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 28 Jul 2010 96,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres slightly perished

slight play in steering rack both sides

Pass 14 Jul 2009 96,420 miles

nearside rear tyre perished on tread

Fail 11 Jul 2009 96,415 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear tyre perished on tread

Pass 31 Jul 2007 96,105 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 93,719 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 93,716 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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SBJ 219R is a 1977 Ford Granada in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SBJ 219R, 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 SBJ 219R registered?

SBJ 219R is a 1977 Ford Granada, first registered on 6 January 1977.

Is SBJ 219R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBJ 219R shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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