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SBA 256X

1981 Jba Falcon

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,292 mi
Last recorded3,292 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1981 Jba Falcon21,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBA 256X
MakeJba
ModelFalcon
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 3,292 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 3,284 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 3,215 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 3,215 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 3,106 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 3,049 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 2,951 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 2,946 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 2,838 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 2,583 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2010 2,583 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 8 May 2009 2,386 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 2,143 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2008 2,143 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2007 2,078 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 2,007 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

advice,slight play in steering rack

Pass 24 Apr 2006 1,846 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 1,846 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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SBA 256X is a 1981 Jba Falcon in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Jba Falcon models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 21,620 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 SBA 256X, 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 45 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 SBA 256X registered?

SBA 256X is a 1981 Jba Falcon, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is SBA 256X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBA 256X shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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