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OPG 568L

1973 Bsa Thunderbolt

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,049 mi
Last recorded5,049 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 1973 Bsa Thunderbolt23,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPG 568L
MakeBsa
ModelThunderbolt
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 5,049 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 4,092 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 2,630 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 1,998 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 1,998 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2013 665 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 665 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 62,626 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 61,301 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 59,502 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 57,660 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 56,856 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 56,856 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 56,050 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 56,050 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 55,022 miles

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
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OPG 568L is a 1973 Bsa Thunderbolt in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Bsa Thunderbolt models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 23,470 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 OPG 568L, 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 53 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 OPG 568L?

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What year was OPG 568L registered?

OPG 568L is a 1973 Bsa Thunderbolt, first registered on 19 January 1973.

Is OPG 568L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPG 568L shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPG 568L have outstanding finance?

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