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ARO 431S

1978 Jba Falcon

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

30,273 mi
Last recorded30,273 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 Jba Falcon15,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARO 431S
MakeJba
ModelFalcon
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 30,273 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 29,540 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 29,255 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 29,127 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 29,127 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 28,019 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 28,019 miles

Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 27,269 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 26,152 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 25,200 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 23,376 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 21,924 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 19,732 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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ARO 431S is a 1978 Jba Falcon in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jba Falcon fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ARO 431S, 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

How do I check the history of ARO 431S?

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What year was ARO 431S registered?

ARO 431S is a 1978 Jba Falcon, first registered on 6 July 1978.

Is ARO 431S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARO 431S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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