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VAE 420

1955 Francis Barnett Falcon

Black Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,456 mi
Last recorded74,456 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAE 420
MakeFrancis Barnett
ModelFalcon
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2012 74,456 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 73,489 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 73,109 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 72,469 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 72,098 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 71,297 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 70,956 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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VAE 420 is a 1955 Francis Barnett Falcon in Black with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 VAE 420, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was VAE 420 registered?

VAE 420 is a 1955 Francis Barnett Falcon, first registered on 31 December 1955.

Is VAE 420 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAE 420 shows 7 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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