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Ford Granada

Grey · Petrol · 1984 · 2,993 cc

A12 TFSMOT history

A12 TFS is a grey petrol Ford Granada first used on 3 Feb 1984. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 48,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2025
Mileage
48,528 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2024
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 TFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Granada
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
3 Feb 1984
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 TFS was last recorded at 48,528 miles on 28 Jun 2024, 2,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2007: 1,250 miles, lower than 95,821 miles on 3 May 2006.
  • 5 Jul 2021: 38,066 miles, lower than 38,402 miles on 3 Jul 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
45,834 miles · 5 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
2,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 48,528 miles
  • 2023 – 45,834 miles
  • 2022 – 42,159 miles
  • 2021 – 38,066 miles
  • 2020 – 36,381 miles
  • 2019 – 36,185 miles
  • 2018 – 34,930 miles
  • 2017 – 32,759 miles
  • 2016 – 31,682 miles
  • 2015 – 29,620 miles
  • 2014 – 28,507 miles
  • 2013 – 27,305 miles
  • 2012 – 25,426 miles
  • 2011 – 24,142 miles
  • 2010 – 15,960 miles
  • 2009 – 8,443 miles
  • 2008 – 5,576 miles
  • 2007 – 1,250 miles
  • 2006 – 95,821 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,528 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear jacking points corroded
  • AdvisoryFront panel corroded under headlamps
  • AdvisoryFront wing corroded under bumper

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Slight corrosion both sides behind bumper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to bumper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,528 miles (+2,694)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    48,528 miles
    Test number
    759107797143
    • AdvisoryBoth rear jacking points corroded
    • AdvisoryFront panel corroded under headlamps
    • AdvisoryFront wing corroded under bumper

  2. Pass45,834 miles (+3,675)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    45,834 miles
    Test number
    609928478782
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront panel behind headlamps corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both front lower wings
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both rear jacking points

  3. Pass42,159 miles (+4,093)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    42,159 miles
    Test number
    491170326522
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front lower valance/ wings

  4. Pass38,066 miles (-336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    38,066 miles
    Test number
    300008264038
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion both sides behind bumper

  5. Fail38,402 miles (+2,021)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,402 miles
    Test number
    642428182717
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid at brake drum (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion both sides behind bumper

  6. Pass36,381 miles (+196)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    36,381 miles
    Test number
    578339732476
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front gearbox mounting strengthening plate area corroded floor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot floor / wheel well corroded

  7. Pass36,185 miles (+34)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,185 miles
    Test number
    962109574689
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail36,151 miles (+1,221)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,151 miles
    Test number
    532345258092
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking At steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass34,930 miles (+2,171)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    34,930 miles
    Test number
    685583113152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass32,759 miles (+1,077)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    32,759 miles
    Test number
    250186690410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,682 miles (+2,062)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    31,682 miles
    Test number
    316720219270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,620 miles (+1,113)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    29,620 miles
    Test number
    149428315180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,507 miles (+1,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    28,507 miles
    Test number
    619316424167
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass27,305 miles (+1,879)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    27,305 miles
    Test number
    548693733150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,426 miles (+1,284)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    25,426 miles
    Test number
    306915322104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass24,142 miles (+8,182)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    24,142 miles
    Test number
    239006631110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass15,960 miles (+7,517)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    15,960 miles
    Test number
    712085330100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,443 miles (+2,867)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    8,443 miles
    Test number
    572958919193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass5,576 miles (+4,326)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    5,576 miles
    Test number
    233857338471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass1,250 miles (-94,571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    1,250 miles
    Test number
    434087037150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass95,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    95,821 miles
    Test number
    103493426105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A12 TFS

Does A12 TFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A12 TFS expired on 9 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A12 TFS?
The MOT on A12 TFS expired on 9 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A12 TFS done?
A12 TFS was recorded at 48,528 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2024.
Has A12 TFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 TFS has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on A12 TFS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 17 May 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on A12 TFS find?
A12 TFS passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2024 with 3 advisories: both rear jacking points corroded; front panel corroded under headlamps; front wing corroded under bumper.

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