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KGL 953J

1971 Bsa B25

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

485 mi
Last recorded485 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1971 Bsa B259,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGL 953J
MakeBsa
ModelB25
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 485 miles
Fail 8 May 2025 476 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Rear Tyre fouling another component tyre rubbing on chain guard (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 13 May 2024 468 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 415 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 362 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 362 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 326 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 117 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 28 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 19,290 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 19,181 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 19,103 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 19,092 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 19,059 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 19,059 miles

Centre Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 18,978 miles

o/s footrest slightly loose

How Reliable is the Bsa B25?

Based on 955 MOT tests across 199 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
149
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
199
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute 7
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 3
Horn not working 3
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KGL 953J is a 1971 Bsa B25 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1971 Bsa B25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 9,798 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 B25 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KGL 953J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa B25 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Bsa B25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KGL 953J registered?

KGL 953J is a 1971 Bsa B25, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is KGL 953J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGL 953J shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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