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KGV 487

1957 Ajs 16MS

Not stated Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,158 mi
Last recorded33,158 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2011
Typical for 1957 Ajs 16MS23,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGV 487
MakeAjs
Model16MS
Year1957
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2011 33,158 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 33,122 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 33,122 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 32,736 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 32,052 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 31,648 miles

How Reliable is the Ajs 16MS?

Based on 1,149 MOT tests across 263 vehicles.

92.2%
Pass Rate
243
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
263
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
wheel bearings have excessive free play 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
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KGV 487 is a 1957 Ajs 16MS in Not stated with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1957 Ajs 16MS models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 23,878 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 Ajs 16MS fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KGV 487, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ajs 16MS typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 69 years old, this Ajs 16MS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of KGV 487?

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What year was KGV 487 registered?

KGV 487 is a 1957 Ajs 16MS, first registered on 14 May 1957.

Is KGV 487 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGV 487 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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