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CPW 79K

1971 Bsa Bsa

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,230 mi
Last recorded33,230 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPW 79K
MakeBsa
ModelBsa
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2006 33,230 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

oil leak

Fail 1 Apr 2006 33,165 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Bsa Bsa?

Based on 411 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
146
Miles/Year
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 2
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 2
wheel bearings have excessive free play 2
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CPW 79K is a 1971 Bsa Bsa in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Bsa Bsa fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CPW 79K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CPW 79K?

You can check the full history of CPW 79K by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CPW 79K registered?

CPW 79K is a 1971 Bsa Bsa, first registered on 25 August 1971.

Is CPW 79K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPW 79K shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CPW 79K have outstanding finance?

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