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WFO 144

1953 Francis Barnett Falcon

Black Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

941 mi
Last recorded941 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFO 144
MakeFrancis Barnett
ModelFalcon
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2014 941 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2013 901 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 854 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 804 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 748 miles

How Reliable is the Francis Barnett Falcon?

Based on 442 MOT tests across 119 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
108
Miles/Year
119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 3
reflector on motorcycle missing 2
Horn not working 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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WFO 144 is a 1953 Francis Barnett Falcon in Black with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Francis Barnett Falcon fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WFO 144, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was WFO 144 registered?

WFO 144 is a 1953 Francis Barnett Falcon, first registered on 2 September 1953.

Is WFO 144 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFO 144 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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