Francis Barnett Falcon Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Francis Barnett Falcon reliable? We analysed 442 real MOT tests across 119 vehicles to find out.
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The Francis Barnett Falcon is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. and reflector on motorcycle missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Francis Barnett Falcon.
Francis Barnett Falcon Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Francis Barnett Falcon. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Francis Barnett Falcon Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Francis Barnett Falcon fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Francis Barnett Falcon Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Francis Barnett Falcon owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
How Long Does a Francis Barnett Falcon Last?
Based on 119 Francis Barnett Falcon vehicles on UK roads.
Francis Barnett Falcon Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Francis Barnett Falcon MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
How Does the Francis Barnett Falcon Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francis Barnett Falcon THIS CAR | 90.5% | 442 | 20,572 mi | — yrs |
| Mitsubishi Lancer Equippe | 75.5% | 384 | 90,220 mi | — yrs |
| Citroen C3 C-series Edition Ptech Ss A | 89.5% | 476 | 18,358 mi | — yrs |
| Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 | 91.5% | 364 | 6,686 mi | — yrs |
| Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce Pro TSI S-a | 87.5% | 200 | 34,408 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Mitsubishi Lancer Equippe (75.5% pass rate) and the Citroen C3 C-series Edition Ptech Ss A (89.5% pass rate), the Francis Barnett Falcon outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Francis Barnett Falcon has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.5% across 442 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Francis Barnett Falcon are roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (4 recorded failures), shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (3), and reflector on motorcycle missing (2). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Francis Barnett Falcon owner drives around 108 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.