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HAS 556

1985 Bsa A10

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,767 mi
Last recorded7,767 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 1985 Bsa A107,276 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAS 556
MakeBsa
ModelA10
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 7,767 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 7,379 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2014 6,937 miles

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 4 Apr 2013 6,564 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 6,452 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 6,076 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 5,637 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 May 2008 5,378 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 4,987 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 May 2006 4,289 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 4,266 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Bsa A10?

Based on 10,105 MOT tests across 1,868 vehicles.

92.2%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
1,868
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Horn not working 35
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 30
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 27
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
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HAS 556 is a 1985 Bsa A10 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1985 Bsa A10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 7,276 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 A10 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HAS 556, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A10 typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 41 years old, this Bsa A10 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HAS 556?

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What year was HAS 556 registered?

HAS 556 is a 1985 Bsa A10, first registered on 1 February 1985.

Is HAS 556 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAS 556 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HAS 556 have outstanding finance?

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