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AKE 238J

2012 Bsa A65

Bronze Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

7,076 mi
Last recorded7,076 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKE 238J
MakeBsa
ModelA65
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 7,076 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 7,007 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 6,703 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 6,306 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 6,306 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 6,237 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 6,194 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 6,132 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 6,132 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 5,997 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2017 5,997 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 25 Feb 2012 5,994 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 5,994 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A65?

Based on 5,147 MOT tests across 924 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
219
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
924
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Horn not working 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
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AKE 238J is a 2012 Bsa A65 in Bronze with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

The most common reason a Bsa A65 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AKE 238J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A65 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 14 years old, this Bsa A65 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AKE 238J registered?

AKE 238J is a 2012 Bsa A65, first registered on 18 October 2012.

Is AKE 238J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKE 238J shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AKE 238J have outstanding finance?

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