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FXF 68H

1970 Bsa Thunderbolt

Blue Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,037 mi
Last recorded14,037 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2007
Typical for 1970 Bsa Thunderbolt10,833 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFXF 68H
MakeBsa
ModelThunderbolt
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2007 14,037 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 14,293 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2006 13,210 miles

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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FXF 68H is a 1970 Bsa Thunderbolt in Blue with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Bsa Thunderbolt models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.9% with a typical mileage of 10,833 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 Thunderbolt fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FXF 68H, 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 56 years old, this Bsa Thunderbolt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FXF 68H?

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What year was FXF 68H registered?

FXF 68H is a 1970 Bsa Thunderbolt, first registered on 4 May 1970.

Is FXF 68H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FXF 68H shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FXF 68H have outstanding finance?

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