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Q38RDS

1987 Jba Falcon

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

66,140 mi
Last recorded66,140 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2006
Typical for 1987 Jba Falcon32,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ38RDS
MakeJba
ModelFalcon
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2006 66,140 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 66,130 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fail 2 Nov 2006 66,120 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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Q38RDS is a 1987 Jba Falcon in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1987 Jba Falcon models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 32,212 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jba Falcon fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q38RDS, 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 39 years old, this Jba Falcon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q38RDS registered?

Q38RDS is a 1987 Jba Falcon, first registered on 22 July 1987.

Is Q38RDS safe to buy?

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