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DSJ 218

1959 Bsa B33

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,847 mi
Last recorded12,847 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2010
Typical for 1959 Bsa B3316,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSJ 218
MakeBsa
ModelB33
Year1959
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2010 12,847 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 12,797 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 12,779 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 12,779 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 12,519 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa B33?

Based on 1,172 MOT tests across 266 vehicles.

92.2%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3
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DSJ 218 is a 1959 Bsa B33 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1959 Bsa B33 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 16,132 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 B33 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DSJ 218, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa B33 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 67 years old, this Bsa B33 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DSJ 218?

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What year was DSJ 218 registered?

DSJ 218 is a 1959 Bsa B33, first registered on 1 January 1959.

Is DSJ 218 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSJ 218 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.

Does DSJ 218 have outstanding finance?

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