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FPR 681

1953 Francis Barnett Falcon

Black Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6 mi
Last recorded6 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPR 681
MakeFrancis Barnett
ModelFalcon
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2007 6 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 14 Feb 2007 6 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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FPR 681 is a 1953 Francis Barnett Falcon in Black with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FPR 681, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was FPR 681 registered?

FPR 681 is a 1953 Francis Barnett Falcon, first registered on 6 February 1953.

Is FPR 681 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPR 681 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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