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HFO 447

1960 Bsa Bantam

Blue Petrol 175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

15,380 mi
Last recorded15,380 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2015
Typical for 1960 Bsa Bantam19,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFO 447
MakeBsa
ModelBantam
Year1960
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine175cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2015 15,380 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 15,380 miles

Front Horn missing (1.7.1)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 15,379 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 16 Feb 2010 15,379 miles

Front Horn missing (1.7.1)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 15,368 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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HFO 447 is a 1960 Bsa Bantam in Blue with a 175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1960 Bsa Bantam models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 19,524 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 HFO 447, 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 66 years old, this Bsa Bantam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HFO 447?

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What year was HFO 447 registered?

HFO 447 is a 1960 Bsa Bantam, first registered on 19 March 1960.

Is HFO 447 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFO 447 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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