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NBF 54J

1970 Bsa A50

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,175 mi
Last recorded30,175 miles
Recorded on12 May 2012
Typical for 1970 Bsa A507,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBF 54J
MakeBsa
ModelA50
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 May 2012 30,175 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2012 30,175 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A50?

Based on 1,353 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
236
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
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NBF 54J is a 1970 Bsa A50 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1970 Bsa A50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 7,000 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 A50 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NBF 54J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A50 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 56 years old, this Bsa A50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NBF 54J?

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What year was NBF 54J registered?

NBF 54J is a 1970 Bsa A50, first registered on 1 September 1970.

Is NBF 54J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBF 54J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NBF 54J have outstanding finance?

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