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817 LRT

1962 Bsa A50

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,810 mi
Last recorded49,810 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 1962 Bsa A5030,067 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration817 LRT
MakeBsa
ModelA50
Year1962
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2018 49,810 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 49,636 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 49,545 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 49,407 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 49,354 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 49,259 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 49,209 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 49,098 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 48,979 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 48,598 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 48,049 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A50?

Based on 1,353 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
236
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
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817 LRT is a 1962 Bsa A50 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1962 Bsa A50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 30,067 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa A50 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 817 LRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A50 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 64 years old, this Bsa A50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 817 LRT?

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What year was 817 LRT registered?

817 LRT is a 1962 Bsa A50, first registered on 31 December 1962.

Is 817 LRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 817 LRT shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 817 LRT have outstanding finance?

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