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478 KUY

1963 Bsa A65

Orange Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,658 mi
Last recorded29,658 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1963 Bsa A6525,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration478 KUY
MakeBsa
ModelA65
Year1963
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 29,658 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 29,602 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 29,878 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 29,578 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 29,424 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 29,272 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 29,272 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 17,204 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 14,526 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 14,365 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 14,365 miles

Front Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 14,299 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A65?

Based on 5,147 MOT tests across 924 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
219
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
924
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Horn not working 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
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478 KUY is a 1963 Bsa A65 in Orange with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1963 Bsa A65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 25,346 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 A65 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 478 KUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A65 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 63 years old, this Bsa A65 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 478 KUY registered?

478 KUY is a 1963 Bsa A65, first registered on 15 May 1963.

Is 478 KUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 478 KUY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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