1992 Ford Granada — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 261 MOT tests analysed for the 1992 Ford Granada, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion. Its pass rate of 83.9% was above the average for cars of a similar age (78.1%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 23.1% in the 150k+ group versus 4.4% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 9.6% | 25 |
| 2 | Suspension | 6.9% | 18 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.0% | 13 |
| 4 | Brakes | 5.0% | 13 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.2% | 11 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.8% | 10 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 20 |
| 2 | Prescribed areas | 10 |
| 3 | Wipers | 9 |
| 4 | Individual direction indicators | 9 |
| 5 | Joints | 8 |
| 6 | Chassis condition | 7 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 25.3% | 66 |
| 2 | Suspension | 19.2% | 50 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 18.0% | 47 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.5% | 43 |
| 5 | Other defects | 13.8% | 36 |
| 6 | Tyres | 13.0% | 34 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 45 | 4.4% |
| 60-90k | 50 | 14.0% |
| 90-120k | 59 | 22.0% |
| 120-150k | 36 | 11.1% |
| 150k+ | 52 | 23.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 57 | 17.5% |
| 2022 | 57 | 21.1% |
| 2023 | 54 | 13.0% |
| 2024 | 52 | 15.4% |
| 2025 | 41 | 12.2% |
What to check before buying a 1992 Granada
Before buying a 1992 Ford Granada, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 9.6% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (9.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (6.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Body, structure & corrosion (5.0% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 1992 Ford Granadas pass their MOT?
83.9% of the 261 1992 Ford Granada MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 16.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1992 Ford Granada?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.6% of tests, followed by suspension (6.9%).
Does the 1992 Granada get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.4% in the 30-60k band to 23.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 261 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.