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SYW 972S

1977 Ford Granada

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,033 mi
Last recorded77,033 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 1977 Ford Granada59,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYW 972S
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 77,033 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 77,033 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 77,033 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 77,033 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 77,032 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 77,004 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Fail 17 May 2005 76,964 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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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SYW 972S is a 1977 Ford Granada in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1977 Ford Granada models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 59,280 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 SYW 972S, 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 49 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 SYW 972S?

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What year was SYW 972S registered?

SYW 972S is a 1977 Ford Granada, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is SYW 972S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYW 972S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SYW 972S have outstanding finance?

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