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556 BLT

1961 Bsa M21

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,751 mi
Last recorded25,751 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1961 Bsa M2135,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration556 BLT
MakeBsa
ModelM21
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 25,751 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 25,751 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 24,919 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 23,301 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 22,354 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 21,584 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 21,481 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa M21?

Based on 963 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.

93.0%
Pass Rate
227
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Horn not working 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
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556 BLT is a 1961 Bsa M21 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1961 Bsa M21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 35,489 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 M21 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 556 BLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa M21 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 65 years old, this Bsa M21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 556 BLT?

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What year was 556 BLT registered?

556 BLT is a 1961 Bsa M21, first registered on 7 April 1961.

Is 556 BLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 556 BLT 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 556 BLT have outstanding finance?

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