Official DVLA Record

1985 Ford Granada 2.8L Petrol · B604 BAR

B604 BAR

1985 Ford Granada (2.8L, petrol). First registered 01/04/1985. Recorded mileage 18,795 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
FORD GRANADA
Year / Origin
1985 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 05/05/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
18,795 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 05/05/2026
Tax Status
Check Tax
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1985
Engine
2792cc

B604 BAR Key Findings

  • 20 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/05/2025
  • 18,795 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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B604 BAR Mileage History

  1. 21/06/200694,235 mi
  2. 25/06/200798,962 mi+4,727 mi
  3. 30/06/20083,763 mi-95,199 mi
  4. 07/07/20095,933 mi+2,170 mi
  5. 12/08/20105,942 mi+9 mi
  6. 24/10/20115,950 mi+8 mi
  7. 24/10/20115,950 mi
  8. 22/10/20125,959 mi+9 mi
  9. 16/10/20135,968 mi+9 mi
  10. 16/10/20135,968 mi
  11. 22/10/20145,977 mi+9 mi
  12. 20/10/20155,990 mi+13 mi
  13. 20/10/20155,990 mi
  14. 24/10/20176,263 mi+273 mi
  15. 02/11/20189,052 mi+2,789 mi
  16. 02/03/202012,379 mi+3,327 mi
  17. 07/05/202113,648 mi+1,269 mi
  18. 11/08/202214,170 mi+522 mi
  19. 14/08/202316,830 mi+2,660 mi
  20. 07/05/202518,795 mi+1,965 mi

Average of roughly -3,996 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

B604 BAR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 10:50
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

20 MOT tests are recorded for this 1985 Ford Granada (B604 BAR) between June 2006 and May 2025.

The record contains 17 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 07 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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