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Ford Granada

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,998 cc

L97 GDVMOT history

L97 GDV is a red petrol Ford Granada first used on 26 Nov 1993. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 59,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
59,352 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L97 GDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Granada
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
26 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L97 GDV was last recorded at 59,352 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,339 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,352 miles
  • 2025 – 59,339 miles
  • 2023 – 59,316 miles
  • 2022 – 59,308 miles
  • 2021 – 59,291 miles
  • 2020 – 59,261 miles
  • 2019 – 59,203 miles
  • 2018 – 59,168 miles
  • 2017 – 58,934 miles
  • 2016 – 58,933 miles
  • 2014 – 58,925 miles
  • 2012 – 57,700 miles
  • 2011 – 55,255 miles
  • 2010 – 53,229 miles
  • 2009 – 49,896 miles
  • 2008 – 48,204 miles
  • 2007 – 44,484 miles
  • 2006 – 40,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,352 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,352 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    59,352 miles
    Test number
    949573175903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,339 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    59,339 miles
    Test number
    936483734410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass59,316 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    59,316 miles
    Test number
    323745456562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass59,308 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    59,308 miles
    Test number
    770932978699
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass59,291 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    59,291 miles
    Test number
    732206639224
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass59,261 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    59,261 miles
    Test number
    504215381166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,203 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,203 miles
    Test number
    371151914042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,168 miles (+234)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    59,168 miles
    Test number
    295500408166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,934 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    58,934 miles
    Test number
    620272622986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,933 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    58,933 miles
    Test number
    150484043256
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded (non structural)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre starting to crack/split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail58,933 miles (+8)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,933 miles
    Test number
    509708320086
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded (non structural)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre starting to crack/split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass58,925 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,925 miles
    Test number
    149609214165
    • 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)
    • NoteBattery tray corroded, non supportive panelling

  13. Fail58,925 miles (+1,225)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,925 miles
    Test number
    198438514122
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • NoteBattery tray corroded, non supportive panelling

  14. Pass57,700 miles (+2,445)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,700 miles
    Test number
    305709932121
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner sidewall in poor condition (cracked/split)

  15. Pass55,255 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    55,255 miles
    Test number
    329260541190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail55,254 miles (+2,025)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,254 miles
    Test number
    299396231448
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass53,229 miles (+3,333)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,229 miles
    Test number
    592255920159
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low on inner edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on outer edge

  18. Pass49,896 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    49,896 miles
    Test number
    782548229193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,894 miles (+1,690)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,894 miles
    Test number
    211724119116
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass48,204 miles (+3,720)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    48,204 miles
    Test number
    340933348067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,484 miles (+3,487)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    44,484 miles
    Test number
    914211047010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    40,997 miles
    Test number
    383031346065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L97 GDV

Does L97 GDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L97 GDV is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L97 GDV?
The MOT on L97 GDV is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L97 GDV done?
L97 GDV was recorded at 59,352 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 903 miles a year.
Has L97 GDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L97 GDV has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2016.
Has the mileage on L97 GDV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L97 GDV find?
L97 GDV passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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