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935 XKL

1963 Bsa A50

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,386 mi
Last recorded95,386 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2013
Typical for 1963 Bsa A5041,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration935 XKL
MakeBsa
ModelA50
Year1963
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2013 95,386 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 94,806 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 4 Jul 2012 94,790 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 94,290 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 93,678 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 93,678 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 92,911 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 92,428 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Jun 2008 92,416 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 91,107 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2006 91,082 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2005 49,721 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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935 XKL is a 1963 Bsa A50 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1963 Bsa A50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 41,636 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 A50 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 935 XKL, 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 63 years old, this Bsa A50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 935 XKL registered?

935 XKL is a 1963 Bsa A50, first registered on 22 May 1963.

Is 935 XKL safe to buy?

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