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BVM 255K

2014 Bsa Thunderbolt

Bronze Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,254 mi
Last recorded19,254 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVM 255K
MakeBsa
ModelThunderbolt
Year2014
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 19,254 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 19,254 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 19,072 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 18,932 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 18,572 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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BVM 255K is a 2014 Bsa Thunderbolt in Bronze with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BVM 255K, 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 12 years old, this Bsa Thunderbolt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BVM 255K registered?

BVM 255K is a 2014 Bsa Thunderbolt, first registered on 1 June 2014.

Is BVM 255K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVM 255K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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