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LNF 514V

1980 Ford Granada

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

4,696 mi
Last recorded4,696 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1980 Ford Granada61,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNF 514V
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 4,696 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 3,878 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 2,882 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 2,072 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 1,225 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 148 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 99,312 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 98,589 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 97,668 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 96,389 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 94,749 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 94,749 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 93,541 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 93,295 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 92,986 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 92,735 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 92,308 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 91,363 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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LNF 514V is a 1980 Ford Granada in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1980 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 61,482 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 LNF 514V, 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 46 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 LNF 514V?

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What year was LNF 514V registered?

LNF 514V is a 1980 Ford Granada, first registered on 27 June 1980.

Is LNF 514V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNF 514V shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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