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PHJ 858K

2013 Bsa Thunderbolt

Red Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,555 mi
Last recorded6,555 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 858K
MakeBsa
ModelThunderbolt
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 6,555 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 6,516 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 6,325 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 5,844 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 5,652 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 5,652 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

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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PHJ 858K is a 2013 Bsa Thunderbolt in Red with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PHJ 858K, 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 13 years old, this Bsa Thunderbolt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PHJ 858K registered?

PHJ 858K is a 2013 Bsa Thunderbolt, first registered on 1 October 2013.

Is PHJ 858K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHJ 858K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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