MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,331 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Nearside Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Offside Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
front tyre starting to perish on n/s sidewall
handlabars slightly bent
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
handlebars slightly bent
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
advise speedo drive cable rubbing against rear tyre repositioned at time of test
Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Bsa Bantam?
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OTK 855J is a 1971 Bsa Bantam in Red with a 175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.
Across all 1971 Bsa Bantam models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 12,496 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 OTK 855J, 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 55 years old, this Bsa Bantam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was OTK 855J registered?
OTK 855J is a 1971 Bsa Bantam, first registered on 22 July 1971.
Is OTK 855J safe to buy?
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