MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,693 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Bsa Bantam?
Based on 7,723 MOT tests across 2,149 vehicles.
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OSL 494 is a 1952 Bsa Bantam in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1952 Bsa Bantam models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 10,262 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 Bantam fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OSL 494, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Bsa Bantam typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 74 years old, this Bsa Bantam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of OSL 494?
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What year was OSL 494 registered?
OSL 494 is a 1952 Bsa Bantam, first registered on 8 July 1952.
Is OSL 494 safe to buy?
The MOT history for OSL 494 shows 4 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 OSL 494 have outstanding finance?
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