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613 XVM

1979 Bsa A7

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,139 mi
Last recorded14,139 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2013
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Vehicle Details

Registration613 XVM
MakeBsa
ModelA7
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2013 14,139 miles

front brake has slight judder

Pass 28 Oct 2009 14,010 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 13,535 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 10 Oct 2008 13,535 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 12,452 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 11,812 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Sep 2005 10,833 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A7?

Based on 3,378 MOT tests across 680 vehicles.

92.9%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
680
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7
Horn not working 7
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613 XVM is a 1979 Bsa A7 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Bsa A7 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 613 XVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A7 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 47 years old, this Bsa A7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 613 XVM registered?

613 XVM is a 1979 Bsa A7, first registered on 1 July 1979.

Is 613 XVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 613 XVM 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 613 XVM have outstanding finance?

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