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RSJ 816

1953 Bsa A10

Black Petrol 646cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,444 mi
Last recorded20,444 miles
Recorded on17 May 2012
Typical for 1953 Bsa A1018,488 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSJ 816
MakeBsa
ModelA10
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine646cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 May 2012 20,444 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 20,189 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 19,266 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 18,877 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 15,007 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 14,140 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 14,146 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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RSJ 816 is a 1953 Bsa A10 in Black with a 646cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Bsa A10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 18,488 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RSJ 816, 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 73 years old, this Bsa A10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RSJ 816?

You can check the full history of RSJ 816 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RSJ 816 registered?

RSJ 816 is a 1953 Bsa A10, first registered on 1 May 1953.

Is RSJ 816 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSJ 816 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RSJ 816 have outstanding finance?

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