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C497 XHO

1985 Ford Granada

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

9,863 mi
Last recorded9,863 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1985 Ford Granada58,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC497 XHO
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 9,863 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 9,003 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 8,851 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 8,630 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 7,685 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 7,250 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 7,250 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 6,950 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2011 6,950 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 7,019 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 5,931 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 5,115 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 2 Dec 2006 3,996 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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C497 XHO is a 1985 Ford Granada in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1985 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 58,205 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 C497 XHO, 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 41 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 C497 XHO registered?

C497 XHO is a 1985 Ford Granada, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is C497 XHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C497 XHO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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