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817 GRB

1958 Bsa A 10

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

50,334 mi
Last recorded50,334 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration817 GRB
MakeBsa
ModelA 10
Year1958
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 50,334 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 50,334 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 50,334 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 Oct 2009 50,334 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Fail 24 Sep 2009 50,334 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 50,334 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 50,334 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A 10?

Based on 553 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
268
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
Throttle operating incorrectly 3
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 3
Brake locking device insecure 2
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2
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817 GRB is a 1958 Bsa A 10 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Bsa A 10 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 817 GRB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A 10 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 68 years old, this Bsa A 10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 817 GRB?

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What year was 817 GRB registered?

817 GRB is a 1958 Bsa A 10, first registered on 5 June 1958.

Is 817 GRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 817 GRB shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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