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OVC 831H

1970 Bsa A50

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,439 mi
Last recorded10,439 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 Bsa A507,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVC 831H
MakeBsa
ModelA50
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2017 10,439 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 9,710 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 7,775 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 6,667 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 5,756 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 4,998 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

swinging arm bearings have slight free play

Pass 5 May 2011 3,461 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 1,315 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 183 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 15,025 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 69,981 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 6,889 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A50?

Based on 1,353 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
236
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
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OVC 831H is a 1970 Bsa A50 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Bsa A50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 7,000 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa A50 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OVC 831H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A50 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 56 years old, this Bsa A50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OVC 831H?

You can check the full history of OVC 831H by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OVC 831H registered?

OVC 831H is a 1970 Bsa A50, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is OVC 831H safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVC 831H shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OVC 831H have outstanding finance?

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