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OFO 422

1988 Bsa M20

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,549 mi
Last recorded2,549 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFO 422
MakeBsa
ModelM20
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 2,549 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Mar 2017 2,549 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 2,308 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2010 1,077 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 391 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 295 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 99,376 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa M20?

Based on 1,311 MOT tests across 338 vehicles.

91.6%
Pass Rate
194
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
338
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Horn not working 4
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Brake lever insecure 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
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OFO 422 is a 1988 Bsa M20 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Bsa M20 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFO 422, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa M20 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 38 years old, this Bsa M20 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OFO 422?

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What year was OFO 422 registered?

OFO 422 is a 1988 Bsa M20, first registered on 1 December 1988.

Is OFO 422 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFO 422 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OFO 422 have outstanding finance?

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