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AWE 280T

1979 Jba Falcon

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,071 mi
Last recorded18,071 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Jba Falcon14,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWE 280T
MakeJba
ModelFalcon
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 18,071 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 16,806 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 15,105 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 13,875 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 13,057 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 12,979 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 12,834 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 12,707 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Jul 2016 11,100 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jun 2015 10,541 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2014 10,396 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 10,147 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 9,875 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 9,066 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 8,546 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 8,542 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 8,040 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)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 May 2007 7,740 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 7,736 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 7,083 miles

some wear in steering shaft universal joint and bottom steering column bush

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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AWE 280T is a 1979 Jba Falcon in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1979 Jba Falcon models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 14,110 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 AWE 280T, 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 47 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 AWE 280T registered?

AWE 280T is a 1979 Jba Falcon, first registered on 19 January 1979.

Is AWE 280T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWE 280T shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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