CarVerify

Free Car Check

NWC 534V

1971 Bsa Thunderbolt

White Petrol 650cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111 mi
Last recorded111 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2010
Typical for 1971 Bsa Thunderbolt7,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWC 534V
MakeBsa
ModelThunderbolt
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2010 111 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 96 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake poor

Pass 4 Jan 2007 96 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake poor

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
Full Bsa Thunderbolt reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NWC 534V is a 1971 Bsa Thunderbolt in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Bsa Thunderbolt models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 7,711 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 NWC 534V, 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 55 years old, this Bsa Thunderbolt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NWC 534V?

You can check the full history of NWC 534V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NWC 534V registered?

NWC 534V is a 1971 Bsa Thunderbolt, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is NWC 534V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWC 534V 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.

Does NWC 534V have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NWC 534V. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.