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OEU 516J

1971 Bsa A65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,659 mi
Last recorded5,659 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Bsa A6511,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEU 516J
MakeBsa
ModelA65
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 5,659 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 5,657 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Bsa A65?

Based on 5,147 MOT tests across 924 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
219
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
924
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Horn not working 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
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OEU 516J is a 1971 Bsa A65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Bsa A65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 11,929 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 A65 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OEU 516J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A65 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 55 years old, this Bsa A65 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OEU 516J?

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What year was OEU 516J registered?

OEU 516J is a 1971 Bsa A65, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is OEU 516J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEU 516J 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 OEU 516J have outstanding finance?

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