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KBU 59L

1972 Ford Falcon

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,339 mi
Last recorded3,339 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBU 59L
MakeFord
ModelFalcon
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2015 3,339 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 3,339 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 May 2012 3,117 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 2,969 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 2,957 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 2,216 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 2,201 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 2,159 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 1,895 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 1,733 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Falcon?

Based on 1,760 MOT tests across 231 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
1,080
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
231
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 42
parking brake recording little or no effort 40
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24
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KBU 59L is a 1972 Ford Falcon in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Ford Falcon fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KBU 59L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Falcon typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 54 years old, this Ford Falcon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KBU 59L registered?

KBU 59L is a 1972 Ford Falcon, first registered on 12 October 1972.

Is KBU 59L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBU 59L shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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