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RFO 908

1961 Bsa A10

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142 mi
Last recorded142 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1961 Bsa A1015,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFO 908
MakeBsa
ModelA10
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 142 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 65 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 40,929 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 539 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 40,771 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 40,351 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 40,043 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 40,038 miles

Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2007 39,749 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 1 Aug 2007 39,736 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 39,350 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A10?

Based on 10,105 MOT tests across 1,868 vehicles.

92.2%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
1,868
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Horn not working 35
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 30
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 27
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
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RFO 908 is a 1961 Bsa A10 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1961 Bsa A10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.8% with a typical mileage of 15,208 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 A10 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RFO 908, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A10 typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 65 years old, this Bsa A10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RFO 908 registered?

RFO 908 is a 1961 Bsa A10, first registered on 15 September 1961.

Is RFO 908 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFO 908 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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