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A842 RYT

1983 Ford Granada

Blue Petrol 2293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

86,995 mi
Last recorded86,995 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 1983 Ford Granada53,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA842 RYT
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,293cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 86,995 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 86,769 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s undersill showing signs of corrosion

Pass 19 May 2014 86,239 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 85,707 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 May 2012 84,918 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 84,918 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 20 Apr 2011 83,691 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

steering rack end bearings showing signs wear

Pass 20 Apr 2011 83,691 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

steering rack end bearings showing signs wear

Pass 20 Apr 2010 82,727 miles

o/s n/s tyres starting to crack outer walls

Fail 14 Apr 2010 82,718 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

o/s n/s tyres starting to crack outer walls

Pass 7 Apr 2009 81,328 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 79,901 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 78,183 miles

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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A842 RYT is a 1983 Ford Granada in Blue with a 2,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1983 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 53,970 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 A842 RYT, 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 43 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 A842 RYT?

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What year was A842 RYT registered?

A842 RYT is a 1983 Ford Granada, first registered on 15 September 1983.

Is A842 RYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A842 RYT 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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