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EKH 585J

1971 Bsa Thunderbolt

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,819 mi
Last recorded7,819 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 1971 Bsa Thunderbolt7,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKH 585J
MakeBsa
ModelThunderbolt
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 14 May 2016 7,819 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2015 7,711 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 7,581 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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EKH 585J is a 1971 Bsa Thunderbolt in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Bsa Thunderbolt models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 7,711 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 EKH 585J, 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 55 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 EKH 585J registered?

EKH 585J is a 1971 Bsa Thunderbolt, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is EKH 585J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKH 585J shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EKH 585J have outstanding finance?

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