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PWD 896

1954 Bsa B33

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,156 mi
Last recorded20,156 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 1954 Bsa B3319,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWD 896
MakeBsa
ModelB33
Year1954
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2012 20,156 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,837 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 15,295 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 15,295 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

How Reliable is the Bsa B33?

Based on 1,172 MOT tests across 266 vehicles.

92.2%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3
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PWD 896 is a 1954 Bsa B33 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1954 Bsa B33 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.2% with a typical mileage of 19,644 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 B33 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PWD 896, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa B33 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 72 years old, this Bsa B33 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PWD 896 registered?

PWD 896 is a 1954 Bsa B33, first registered on 26 October 1954.

Is PWD 896 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWD 896 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 PWD 896 have outstanding finance?

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