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ARK 60H

1970 Bsa Thunderbolt

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2016
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,885 mi
Last recorded9,885 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2015
Typical for 1970 Bsa Thunderbolt10,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARK 60H
MakeBsa
ModelThunderbolt
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2015 9,885 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 9,868 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Thunderbolt?

Based on 1,062 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
224
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
suspension assembly component cracked 2
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ARK 60H is a 1970 Bsa Thunderbolt in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Bsa Thunderbolt models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.9% with a typical mileage of 10,833 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa Thunderbolt fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ARK 60H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Thunderbolt typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 56 years old, this Bsa Thunderbolt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ARK 60H registered?

ARK 60H is a 1970 Bsa Thunderbolt, first registered on 16 January 1970.

Is ARK 60H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARK 60H shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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