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UAS 291

2003 Bsa M20

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAS 291
MakeBsa
ModelM20
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2012

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 1,499 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 1,499 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009

Nearside Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 3,250 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007
Pass 3 Apr 2006 1,113 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 1,002 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 23 Nov 2005 988 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

rear brake pivot arm sticking

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
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UAS 291 is a 2003 Bsa M20 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UAS 291, 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 23 years old, this Bsa M20 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UAS 291 registered?

UAS 291 is a 2003 Bsa M20, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is UAS 291 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAS 291 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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