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RSU 978

1989 Francis Barnett Falcon

Green Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,044 mi
Last recorded10,044 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSU 978
MakeFrancis Barnett
ModelFalcon
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2009 10,044 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Some play in front brake plate location

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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RSU 978 is a 1989 Francis Barnett Falcon in Green with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 RSU 978, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was RSU 978 registered?

RSU 978 is a 1989 Francis Barnett Falcon, first registered on 15 August 1989.

Is RSU 978 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSU 978 shows 1 test 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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