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MVJ 437

1955 Bsa C11G

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,720 mi
Last recorded13,720 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2012
Typical for 1955 Bsa C11G11,217 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVJ 437
MakeBsa
ModelC11G
Year1955
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2012 13,720 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 13,680 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 13,517 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 13,505 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Bsa C11G?

Based on 308 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
101
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling 2
Drive chain excessively loose 2
suspension movement is excessively stiff 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 2
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MVJ 437 is a 1955 Bsa C11G in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1955 Bsa C11G models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 11,217 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 C11G fails its MOT is wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MVJ 437, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa C11G typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 71 years old, this Bsa C11G is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MVJ 437?

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What year was MVJ 437 registered?

MVJ 437 is a 1955 Bsa C11G, first registered on 11 May 1955.

Is MVJ 437 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVJ 437 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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