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PBY 251D

2002 Bsa Bantam

Red Petrol 175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,792 mi
Last recorded12,792 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Bsa Bantam9,612 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBY 251D
MakeBsa
ModelBantam
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine175cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2016 12,792 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play swing arm bearing (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Upper Steering linkage has slight free play head bearing (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 12,792 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 12,443 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Slight cracking in rear tyre side wall

Pass 15 May 2012 12,206 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 11,821 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 11,821 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 11,718 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 11,644 miles

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 26 May 2006 11,622 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Bsa Bantam?

Based on 7,723 MOT tests across 2,149 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
75
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
2,149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 51
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 42
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 40
Horn not working 34
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PBY 251D is a 2002 Bsa Bantam in Red with a 175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Bsa Bantam models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 9,612 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 PBY 251D, 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 24 years old, this Bsa Bantam is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PBY 251D registered?

PBY 251D is a 2002 Bsa Bantam, first registered on 13 February 2002.

Is PBY 251D safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBY 251D shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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