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HLF 195C

1965 Bsa Bantom

Blue Petrol 175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

34,986 mi
Last recorded34,986 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLF 195C
MakeBsa
ModelBantom
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine175cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 34,986 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 34,858 miles

Nearside handle bar grip slightly loose

clicking noise from front folks

Pass 6 Jul 2015 34,856 miles

clicking noise from front forks

n/s handle bar grip slight play

Fail 2 Jul 2015 34,854 miles

Front Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)

clicking noise from front forks

n/s handle bar grip slight play

Pass 24 Jun 2014 34,818 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front fork springs noisey

slight movement on n/s handle grip

Pass 24 Jun 2013 34,800 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 34,754 miles

headlamp light intensity less than normal but just adequate

Pass 24 Feb 2011 34,577 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 34,364 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 34,119 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 33,131 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 32,088 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 30,769 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Bantom?

Based on 350 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
49
Miles/Year
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 4
shock absorber insecurely mounted 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
Drive chain excessively tight 2
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HLF 195C is a 1965 Bsa Bantom in Blue with a 175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

The most common reason a Bsa Bantom fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HLF 195C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HLF 195C?

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What year was HLF 195C registered?

HLF 195C is a 1965 Bsa Bantom, first registered on 17 April 1965.

Is HLF 195C safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLF 195C shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HLF 195C have outstanding finance?

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