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FSJ 961

1950 Bsa A7

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,791 mi
Last recorded41,791 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 1950 Bsa A724,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSJ 961
MakeBsa
ModelA7
Year1950
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2012 41,791 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 41,756 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 41,709 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 41,621 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 41,498 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 41,458 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 41,458 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 41,423 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A7?

Based on 3,378 MOT tests across 680 vehicles.

92.9%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
680
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7
Horn not working 7
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FSJ 961 is a 1950 Bsa A7 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1950 Bsa A7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 98.9% with a typical mileage of 24,772 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 A7 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FSJ 961, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A7 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 76 years old, this Bsa A7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FSJ 961?

You can check the full history of FSJ 961 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FSJ 961 registered?

FSJ 961 is a 1950 Bsa A7, first registered on 9 October 1950.

Is FSJ 961 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSJ 961 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.

Does FSJ 961 have outstanding finance?

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