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FDO 38

1952 Francis Barnett Falcon

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

427 mi
Last recorded427 miles
Recorded on11 May 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDO 38
MakeFrancis Barnett
ModelFalcon
Year1952
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 May 2009 427 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 416 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 356 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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FDO 38 is a 1952 Francis Barnett Falcon in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FDO 38, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was FDO 38 registered?

FDO 38 is a 1952 Francis Barnett Falcon, first registered on 11 September 1952.

Is FDO 38 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDO 38 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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