CarVerify

Free Car Check

RXW 555

1955 Bsa M20

Green Petrol 500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,988 mi
Last recorded2,988 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2010
4 checks still locked for this Bsa
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRXW 555
MakeBsa
ModelM20
Year1955
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
View full Bsa M20 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2010 2,988 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 2,806 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 2,725 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 2,593 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 2,269 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 2,269 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

How Reliable is the Bsa M20?

Based on 1,311 MOT tests across 338 vehicles.

91.6%
Pass Rate
194
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
338
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Horn not working 4
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Brake lever insecure 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
Full Bsa M20 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RXW 555 is a 1955 Bsa M20 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Bsa M20 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RXW 555, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa M20 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 71 years old, this Bsa M20 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RXW 555?

You can check the full history of RXW 555 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RXW 555 registered?

RXW 555 is a 1955 Bsa M20, first registered on 17 October 1955.

Is RXW 555 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RXW 555 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.

Does RXW 555 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RXW 555. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.