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JSJ 474

1998 Bsa M21

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,554 mi
Last recorded15,554 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSJ 474
MakeBsa
ModelM21
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2012 15,554 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 15,040 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 13,889 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 12,081 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 26 Oct 2009 12,061 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 10,005 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 8,361 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 1,262 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

How Reliable is the Bsa M21?

Based on 963 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.

93.0%
Pass Rate
227
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Horn not working 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
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JSJ 474 is a 1998 Bsa M21 in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Bsa M21 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JSJ 474, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa M21 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 28 years old, this Bsa M21 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was JSJ 474 registered?

JSJ 474 is a 1998 Bsa M21, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is JSJ 474 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSJ 474 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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