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Bashan Bs 200 Gy Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Bashan Bs 200 Gy reliable? We analysed 512 real MOT tests across 158 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 512 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
72.9%
Typical Mileage
1,558mi
Annual Mileage
210mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
20yrs

The Bashan Bs 200 Gy is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush, track rod end ball joint has excessive play and wheel bearing has excessive play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Bashan Bs 200 Gy.

Bashan Bs 200 Gy Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Bashan Bs 200 Gy. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Bashan Bs 200 Gy MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Bashan Bs 200 Gy to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

79%
2008
70.1%
2007
67.3%
2006

Bashan Bs 200 Gy Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Bashan Bs 200 Gy fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 42
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 38
wheel bearing has excessive play 27
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 24
registration plate missing 21
Stop lamp not working 16
Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt 14
Obligatory mirror missing 12
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
wheel bearing has excessive play 11

Bashan Bs 200 Gy Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Bashan Bs 200 Gy owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
75 mi/yr
Typical
210 mi/yr
Average
1,388 mi/yr
Heavy usage
471 mi/yr

Bashan Bs 200 Gy MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Bashan Bs 200 Gy year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2008 119 79.0% 871 2,066 3,396
2007 187 70.1% 604 1,335 2,588
2006 101 67.3% 493 1,585 2,264

How Long Does a Bashan Bs 200 Gy Last?

Based on 158 Bashan Bs 200 Gy vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.8 years
Median
6.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
20 years

Bashan Bs 200 Gy Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Bashan Bs 200 Gy MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
1,558 mi
75th Percentile
2,857 mi
95th Percentile
15,366 mi
Max Recorded
52,428 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Bashan Bs 200 Gy

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2008

79.0% MOT pass rate from 119 tests

Year to avoid
2006

67.3% MOT pass rate from 101 tests

The best year to buy a used Bashan Bs 200 Gy is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.0% across 119 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Bashan Bs 200 Gy Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Bashan Bs 200 Gy THIS CAR 72.9% 512 1,558 mi 20 yrs
Bashan Bs 200 S-7 (quad Bike) 72.7% 615 1,838 mi 19 yrs
Bashan Unknown 78.8% 297 1,077 mi 11 yrs
Bashan Bs 200 S-3 (quad Bike) 70.3% 279 681 mi 20 yrs
Kawasaki Er 650 Mnfbb 93.4% 244 3,817 mi — yrs

Compared to the Bashan Bs 200 S-7 (quad Bike) (72.7% pass rate) and the Bashan Unknown (78.8% pass rate), the Bashan Bs 200 Gy sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Bashan Bs 200 Gy?

The Bashan Bs 200 Gy has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.9% across 512 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Bashan Bs 200 Gy are suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (42 recorded failures), track rod end ball joint has excessive play (38), and wheel bearing has excessive play (27). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Bashan Bs 200 Gy owner drives around 210 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Bashan Bs 200 Gy models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Bashan Bs 200 Gy — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bashan Bs 200 Gy reliable?
Based on 512 MOT tests, the Bashan Bs 200 Gy has a 72.9% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Bashan Bs 200 Gy?
The most common MOT failures are suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush, track rod end ball joint has excessive play, and wheel bearing has excessive play. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Bashan Bs 200 Gy do per year?
The typical Bashan Bs 200 Gy does around 210 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Bashan Bs 200 Gy last?
Most Bashan Bs 200 Gy models stay on UK roads for around 20 years based on our analysis of 158 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Bashan Bs 200 Gy?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Bashan Bs 200 Gy?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Bashan Bs 200 Gy is 2008 with a 79.0% pass rate across 119 tests.