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956 JVX

1957 Ajs 16MS

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,939 mi
Last recorded19,939 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2015
Typical for 1957 Ajs 16MS23,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration956 JVX
MakeAjs
Model16MS
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2015 19,939 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 19,118 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 18,782 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 18,103 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 17,038 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front brake back plate

front mudgaurd

Pass 2 Mar 2009 16,010 miles

How Reliable is the Ajs 16MS?

Based on 1,149 MOT tests across 263 vehicles.

92.2%
Pass Rate
243
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
263
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
wheel bearings have excessive free play 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
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956 JVX is a 1957 Ajs 16MS in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1957 Ajs 16MS models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 23,878 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ajs 16MS fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 956 JVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ajs 16MS typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 69 years old, this Ajs 16MS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 956 JVX registered?

956 JVX is a 1957 Ajs 16MS, first registered on 18 April 1957.

Is 956 JVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 956 JVX shows 6 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 956 JVX have outstanding finance?

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