Ford Granada Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ford Granada reliable? We analysed 119,355 real MOT tests across 26,285 vehicles to find out.
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The Ford Granada is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Granada.
Ford Granada Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ford Granada. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ford Granada MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ford Granada to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ford Granada Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ford Granada fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ford Granada Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ford Granada owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ford Granada MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Granada year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 225 | 74.7% | 72,250 | 96,604 | 122,836 |
| 1997 | 195 | 66.2% | 82,799 | 103,685 | 134,403 |
| 1996 | 275 | 68.0% | 75,367 | 106,777 | 134,172 |
| 1995 | 1,757 | 70.3% | 79,161 | 107,623 | 138,734 |
| 1994 | 22,565 | 68.4% | 90,947 | 115,009 | 141,208 |
| 1993 | 18,127 | 66.9% | 92,201 | 117,680 | 143,556 |
| 1992 | 11,383 | 65.5% | 92,018 | 117,315 | 144,121 |
| 1991 | 10,445 | 65.5% | 84,840 | 111,912 | 139,280 |
| 1990 | 10,699 | 64.9% | 80,370 | 109,235 | 136,104 |
| 1989 | 6,416 | 64.3% | 84,012 | 109,460 | 135,586 |
| 1988 | 5,957 | 65.9% | 79,610 | 107,844 | 134,450 |
| 1987 | 3,387 | 66.6% | 70,944 | 95,274 | 123,451 |
| 1986 | 2,435 | 68.1% | 52,158 | 83,682 | 119,439 |
| 1985 | 5,762 | 74.7% | 27,442 | 58,205 | 84,211 |
| 1984 | 5,536 | 73.6% | 22,353 | 46,717 | 74,371 |
| 1983 | 4,203 | 74.4% | 24,962 | 53,970 | 78,374 |
| 1982 | 2,973 | 74.3% | 27,536 | 55,505 | 79,748 |
| 1981 | 823 | 76.5% | 44,007 | 59,445 | 75,937 |
| 1980 | 592 | 79.1% | 42,558 | 61,482 | 78,958 |
| 1979 | 876 | 79.1% | 29,237 | 52,119 | 74,957 |
How Long Does a Ford Granada Last?
Based on 26,285 Ford Granada vehicles on UK roads.
Ford Granada Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ford Granada MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Granada
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.4% MOT pass rate from 193 tests
64.3% MOT pass rate from 6,416 tests
The best year to buy a used Ford Granada is 1972, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.4% across 193 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ford Granada Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Granada THIS CAR | 68.5% | 119,355 | 99,792 mi | 49 yrs |
| Ford Fiesta | 72.8% | 33,753,820 | 57,529 mi | 34 yrs |
| Ford Focus | 73.8% | 28,316,889 | 72,500 mi | 27 yrs |
| Ford Transit | 68.7% | 16,371,688 | 100,614 mi | 37 yrs |
| Yamaha Mt | 87.9% | 94,115 | 10,848 mi | 12 yrs |
Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Granada trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ford GranadaShould you buy a used Ford Granada?
The Ford Granada has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.5% across 119,355 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Ford Granada are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (11,564 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (7,983), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (7,266). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Ford Granada owner drives around 1,975 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Ford Granada models stay on UK roads for around 49 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.