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JYX 355K

1972 Bsa Thunderbolt

Blue Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,089 mi
Last recorded23,089 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 1972 Bsa Thunderbolt23,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYX 355K
MakeBsa
ModelThunderbolt
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 23,089 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 23,089 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 23,006 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Thunderbolt?

Based on 1,062 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
224
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
suspension assembly component cracked 2
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JYX 355K is a 1972 Bsa Thunderbolt in Blue with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Bsa Thunderbolt models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 23,006 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 Thunderbolt fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JYX 355K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Thunderbolt typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 54 years old, this Bsa Thunderbolt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JYX 355K registered?

JYX 355K is a 1972 Bsa Thunderbolt, first registered on 15 June 1972.

Is JYX 355K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYX 355K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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