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LIW 6873

1985 Ford Granada

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

88,947 mi
Last recorded88,947 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 1985 Ford Granada58,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIW 6873
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 88,947 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 88,933 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 88,861 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 88,534 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion to front suspension components and associated mountings

corrosion to rear suspension components and associated mountings

Pass 12 May 2015 88,450 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 88,193 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 88,118 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 May 2012 87,876 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 20 May 2011 87,351 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2011 87,351 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 86,762 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 May 2009 85,866 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 May 2008 85,036 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 May 2007 81,507 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 May 2006 78,811 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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LIW 6873 is a 1985 Ford Granada in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LIW 6873, 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 LIW 6873 registered?

LIW 6873 is a 1985 Ford Granada, first registered on 8 January 1985.

Is LIW 6873 safe to buy?

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