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YAB 783R

1977 Ford Granada

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,676 mi
Last recorded16,676 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 1977 Ford Granada59,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAB 783R
MakeFord
ModelGranada
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 16,676 miles

Front propshaft rubber joint cracks ///

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

underside signs of corrosion ///

Fail 19 Feb 2016 16,676 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel tank insecure tank strap missing /// (7.2.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement binding /// (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Front propshaft rubber joint cracks ///

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

underside signs of corrosion ///

Pass 28 Sep 2013 16,610 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 16,564 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 73,515 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 95,000 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 95,000 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 94,799 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 94,795 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s and o/s outer sill covers missing leaving exposed brackets

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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YAB 783R is a 1977 Ford Granada in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YAB 783R, 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.

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What year was YAB 783R registered?

YAB 783R is a 1977 Ford Granada, first registered on 1 July 1977.

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