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EAS 898

1955 Francis Barnett Falcon

Black Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,812 mi
Last recorded38,812 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAS 898
MakeFrancis Barnett
ModelFalcon
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2012 38,812 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 38,493 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 38,050 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 37,143 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 37,094 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2008 35,782 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 35,773 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2007 34,798 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 33,792 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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EAS 898 is a 1955 Francis Barnett Falcon in Black with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EAS 898, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was EAS 898 registered?

EAS 898 is a 1955 Francis Barnett Falcon, first registered on 27 May 1955.

Is EAS 898 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAS 898 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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