MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,348 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Ford Granada?
Based on 119,355 MOT tests across 26,285 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TBJ 949W is a 1981 Ford Granada in Green with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1981 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 59,445 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 TBJ 949W, 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 45 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 TBJ 949W?
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What year was TBJ 949W registered?
TBJ 949W is a 1981 Ford Granada, first registered on 19 June 1981.
Is TBJ 949W safe to buy?
The MOT history for TBJ 949W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does TBJ 949W have outstanding finance?
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