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7679 MM

1961 Bsa M21

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,832 mi
Last recorded58,832 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1961 Bsa M2135,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration7679 MM
MakeBsa
ModelM21
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 58,832 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 58,832 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 58,766 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 58,573 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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7679 MM is a 1961 Bsa M21 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 7679 MM, 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

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What year was 7679 MM registered?

7679 MM is a 1961 Bsa M21, first registered on 1 January 1961.

Is 7679 MM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7679 MM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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