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RTB 281Y

1983 Ford Granada

Gold Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,869 mi
Last recorded82,869 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 1983 Ford Granada53,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTB 281Y
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 82,869 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 82,867 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 82,853 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 82,832 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 82,728 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 82,587 miles

Front damage to number plate

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

corrosion at bulkhead area n/s front

Fail 28 Feb 2017 82,587 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front damage to number plate

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

corrosion at bulkhead area n/s front

Pass 25 Jan 2016 82,336 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 82,077 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 81,876 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 81,088 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 80,343 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 80,343 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 79,488 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 78,218 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 77,287 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 77,287 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 75,968 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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RTB 281Y is a 1983 Ford Granada in Gold with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 53,970 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 RTB 281Y, 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 43 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 RTB 281Y registered?

RTB 281Y is a 1983 Ford Granada, first registered on 14 March 1983.

Is RTB 281Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTB 281Y shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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