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189 YUV

1962 Bsa A50

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,120 mi
Last recorded15,120 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 1962 Bsa A5030,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

Registration189 YUV
MakeBsa
ModelA50
Year1962
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 15,120 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 15,120 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 14,496 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 13,093 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 11,359 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 9,382 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 8,790 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A50?

Based on 1,353 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
236
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
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189 YUV is a 1962 Bsa A50 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1962 Bsa A50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 30,067 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Bsa A50 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 189 YUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A50 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 64 years old, this Bsa A50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 189 YUV?

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What year was 189 YUV registered?

189 YUV is a 1962 Bsa A50, first registered on 25 April 1962.

Is 189 YUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 189 YUV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 189 YUV have outstanding finance?

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