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C249 RBV

1986 Ford Granada

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,654 mi
Last recorded83,654 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Granada83,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC249 RBV
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 83,654 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))

wax oiled

Fail 19 Mar 2026 83,637 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

wax oiled

Pass 24 Jan 2025 83,019 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

repairs undersealed

Fail 13 Jan 2025 83,008 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 82,461 miles

Corrosion to bulkhead area - N,S & O,S

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Nov 2023 82,461 miles

Corrosion to bulkhead area - N,S & O,S

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 81,963 miles

Corrosion to o,s bulkhead not currently within precribed area

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 80,861 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 80,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 78,630 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 77,560 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 77,560 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 74,633 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 73,380 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 71,850 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 69,236 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 104,082 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 62,659 miles

handbrake high.

Pass 28 Jan 2011 57,601 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 52,991 miles

handbrake high exhaust has temp repair

Pass 3 Feb 2009 51,130 miles

front and rear o/s and n/s tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 29 Jan 2008 49,081 miles

rear n/s tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 6 Feb 2007 47,099 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 45,031 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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C249 RBV is a 1986 Ford Granada in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 83,682 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 C249 RBV, 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 40 years old, this Ford Granada is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C249 RBV registered?

C249 RBV is a 1986 Ford Granada, first registered on 1 March 1986.

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