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GRC 295J

1971 Bsa Bantam

Black Petrol 173cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,143 mi
Last recorded14,143 miles
Recorded on14 May 2007
Typical for 1971 Bsa Bantam12,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRC 295J
MakeBsa
ModelBantam
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine173cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2007 14,143 miles

slight cracking on sidewall on rear tyre

Pass 16 May 2006 14,104 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2006 14,092 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2005

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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GRC 295J is a 1971 Bsa Bantam in Black with a 173cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Bsa Bantam models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 12,496 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 Bantam fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRC 295J, 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 55 years old, this Bsa Bantam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GRC 295J?

You can check the full history of GRC 295J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GRC 295J registered?

GRC 295J is a 1971 Bsa Bantam, first registered on 11 June 1971.

Is GRC 295J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRC 295J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GRC 295J have outstanding finance?

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