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E260 YGN

1988 Ford Granada

Green Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

107,994 mi
Last recorded107,994 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Ford Granada107,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE260 YGN
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 107,994 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 107,810 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 107,810 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 107,810 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 107,509 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 107,506 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 107,506 miles

Both rear outer C.V. gaiters split

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 106,324 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 106,324 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 104,629 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 103,084 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 101,693 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 100,269 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 98,841 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 98,841 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 97,774 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 96,584 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 93,741 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 93,741 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 92,349 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 89,942 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 87,611 miles

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

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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E260 YGN is a 1988 Ford Granada in Green with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1988 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 107,844 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 E260 YGN, 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 38 years old, this Ford Granada is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E260 YGN?

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What year was E260 YGN registered?

E260 YGN is a 1988 Ford Granada, first registered on 24 February 1988.

Is E260 YGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E260 YGN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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