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FNC 201F

1996 Bsa Bantam

Black Petrol 175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,344 mi
Last recorded5,344 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNC 201F
MakeBsa
ModelBantam
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine175cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2012 5,344 miles

Centre Front Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 5,272 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 5,208 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 51,269 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 4,901 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 4,678 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 4,678 miles

Front Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Nov 2006 4,678 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Bantam?

Based on 7,723 MOT tests across 2,149 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
75
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
2,149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 51
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 42
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 40
Horn not working 34
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FNC 201F is a 1996 Bsa Bantam in Black with a 175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Bsa Bantam fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FNC 201F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Bantam typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 30 years old, this Bsa Bantam is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of FNC 201F?

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What year was FNC 201F registered?

FNC 201F is a 1996 Bsa Bantam, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is FNC 201F safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNC 201F shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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