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WFM 286R

1977 Jba Falcon

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,121 mi
Last recorded2,121 miles
Recorded on28 May 2013
Typical for 1977 Jba Falcon16,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFM 286R
MakeJba
ModelFalcon
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2013 2,121 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 2,117 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 2,005 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 2,001 miles

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

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

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 1,941 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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WFM 286R is a 1977 Jba Falcon in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1977 Jba Falcon models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 16,704 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 WFM 286R, 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 49 years old, this Jba Falcon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WFM 286R registered?

WFM 286R is a 1977 Jba Falcon, first registered on 17 May 1977.

Is WFM 286R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFM 286R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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