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AKX 538S

1978 Jba Falcon

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,412 mi
Last recorded6,412 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 1978 Jba Falcon15,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKX 538S
MakeJba
ModelFalcon
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2015 6,412 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 6,399 miles

slight drag nsf brake

Pass 28 Jul 2012 6,354 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 6,298 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 6,275 miles

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

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

slight drag nsf brake

Pass 1 Jun 2009 6,206 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2008 6,138 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 6,050 miles

How Reliable is the Jba Falcon?

Based on 2,154 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 37
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Steering rack gaiter split 34
Registration plate lamp not working 25
Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 24
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AKX 538S is a 1978 Jba Falcon in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Jba Falcon models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 15,703 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jba Falcon fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AKX 538S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jba Falcon typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Jba Falcon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AKX 538S registered?

AKX 538S is a 1978 Jba Falcon, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is AKX 538S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKX 538S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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