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Bashan Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Bashan Unknown reliable? We analysed 297 real MOT tests across 122 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 297 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
78.8%
Typical Mileage
1,077mi
Annual Mileage
161mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
11yrs

The Bashan Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, track rod end ball joint has excessive play and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Bashan Unknown.

Bashan Unknown Number Plates

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

Bashan Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

77.6%
2015

Bashan Unknown Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 7
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 5
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4

Bashan Unknown Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Bashan Unknown models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value 15

Bashan Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
35 mi/yr
Typical
161 mi/yr
Average
2,353 mi/yr
Heavy usage
436 mi/yr

Bashan Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2015 67 77.6% 664 1,322 3,491

How Long Does a Bashan Unknown Last?

Based on 122 Bashan Unknown vehicles on UK roads.

Average
7.0 years
Median
6.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
11 years

Bashan Unknown Mileage Distribution

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

Median
1,077 mi
75th Percentile
2,550 mi
95th Percentile
10,362 mi
Max Recorded
99,605 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Bashan Unknown

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

Best year
2015

77.6% MOT pass rate from 67 tests

The best year to buy a used Bashan Unknown is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.6% across 67 tests.

How Does the Bashan Unknown Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Bashan Unknown THIS CAR 78.8% 297 1,077 mi 11 yrs
Bashan Bs 200 S-7 (quad Bike) 72.7% 615 1,838 mi 19 yrs
Bashan Bs 200 Gy 72.9% 512 1,558 mi 20 yrs
Bashan Bs 200 S-3 (quad Bike) 70.3% 279 681 mi 20 yrs
Toyota Yaris Icon Tech Vvt-i HEV CVT 97.2% 468 28,289 mi — yrs

Compared to the Bashan Bs 200 S-7 (quad Bike) (72.7% pass rate) and the Bashan Bs 200 Gy (72.9% pass rate), the Bashan Unknown outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Bashan Unknown?

The Bashan Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.8% across 297 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Bashan Unknown are suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (7 recorded failures), track rod end ball joint has excessive play (5), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (4). 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.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Bashan Unknown with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Bashan Unknown owner drives around 161 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 Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 11 years. 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 Unknown — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bashan Unknown reliable?
Based on 297 MOT tests, the Bashan Unknown has a 78.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Bashan Unknown?
The most common MOT failures are suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, track rod end ball joint has excessive play, and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Bashan Unknown do per year?
The typical Bashan Unknown does around 161 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Bashan Unknown last?
Most Bashan Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 11 years based on our analysis of 122 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Bashan Unknown?
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 Unknown?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Bashan Unknown is 2015 with a 77.6% pass rate across 67 tests.