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BGD 173K

1971 Bsa B25

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,834 mi
Last recorded2,834 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2016
Typical for 1971 Bsa B259,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGD 173K
MakeBsa
ModelB25
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2016 2,834 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 2,834 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 2,387 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 2,303 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 1,996 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 1,845 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Bsa B25?

Based on 955 MOT tests across 199 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
149
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
199
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute 7
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 3
Horn not working 3
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BGD 173K is a 1971 Bsa B25 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Bsa B25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 9,798 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 B25 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BGD 173K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa B25 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Bsa B25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BGD 173K registered?

BGD 173K is a 1971 Bsa B25, first registered on 27 August 1971.

Is BGD 173K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGD 173K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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