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DRX 51V

1980 Jba Falcon

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,492 mi
Last recorded14,492 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 1980 Jba Falcon13,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRX 51V
MakeJba
ModelFalcon
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2015 14,492 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 120,851 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 14,097 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

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

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 13,878 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 13,277 miles

advise n/s/f inner track rod

Fail 15 Aug 2012 13,277 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

advise n/s/f inner track rod

Pass 6 Aug 2011 12,857 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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DRX 51V is a 1980 Jba Falcon in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Jba Falcon models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 13,158 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 DRX 51V, 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 46 years old, this Jba Falcon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DRX 51V registered?

DRX 51V is a 1980 Jba Falcon, first registered on 18 January 1980.

Is DRX 51V safe to buy?

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