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B997 JVK

1985 Jba Falcon

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

84,957 mi
Last recorded84,957 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB997 JVK
MakeJba
ModelFalcon
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2016 84,957 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 84,957 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

slight blow on front exhaust system

Pass 12 May 2011 82,879 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 6 May 2011 82,879 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 May 2010 82,314 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 81,646 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 81,625 miles

dampness on rear flexible brake hose lower union.

exhaust blow from rear exhaust joints.

floor getting rusty both sides in middle by seat mountings.

some wear in both rear axle upper void bushes.

some wear in steering column upper u.j.

steering column flexes on dash.

Pass 21 Nov 2006 79,689 miles

brake pipes to both rear wheel cylinders getting rusty.

some wear in l/h front tie-bar front bush.

Fail 15 Nov 2005 79,316 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Pass 15 Nov 2005 79,316 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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B997 JVK is a 1985 Jba Falcon in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Jba Falcon fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B997 JVK, 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 41 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 B997 JVK registered?

B997 JVK is a 1985 Jba Falcon, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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