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RAS 968

1953 Bsa A 10

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,002 mi
Last recorded4,002 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2012
4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAS 968
MakeBsa
ModelA 10
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2012 4,002 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 2,621 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 1,118 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 5 Aug 2010 1,118 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2009 30 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A 10?

Based on 553 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
268
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
Throttle operating incorrectly 3
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 3
Brake locking device insecure 2
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2
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RAS 968 is a 1953 Bsa A 10 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Bsa A 10 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RAS 968, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A 10 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 73 years old, this Bsa A 10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RAS 968?

You can check the full history of RAS 968 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RAS 968 registered?

RAS 968 is a 1953 Bsa A 10, first registered on 31 December 1953.

Is RAS 968 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAS 968 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RAS 968 have outstanding finance?

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