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WAS 289

1961 Francis Barnett Falcon

Green Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,075 mi
Last recorded33,075 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAS 289
MakeFrancis Barnett
ModelFalcon
Year1961
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2017 33,075 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 33,007 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 32,924 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 32,784 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 32,758 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 32,643 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 32,550 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 32,423 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 32,134 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 32,066 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 31,915 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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WAS 289 is a 1961 Francis Barnett Falcon in Green with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 WAS 289, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WAS 289?

You can check the full history of WAS 289 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WAS 289 registered?

WAS 289 is a 1961 Francis Barnett Falcon, first registered on 13 June 1961.

Is WAS 289 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAS 289 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WAS 289 have outstanding finance?

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