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VDE 493J

1970 Bsa B25

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

198 mi
Last recorded198 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2014
Typical for 1970 Bsa B258,837 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDE 493J
MakeBsa
ModelB25
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2014 198 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 4 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

oil leakage

rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

Fail 8 Jun 2013 4 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

oil leakage

Pass 31 May 2012 21,621 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Bsa B25?

Based on 955 MOT tests across 199 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
149
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
199
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute 7
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 3
Horn not working 3
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VDE 493J is a 1970 Bsa B25 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 Bsa B25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 8,837 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 B25 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VDE 493J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa B25 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 56 years old, this Bsa B25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VDE 493J?

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What year was VDE 493J registered?

VDE 493J is a 1970 Bsa B25, first registered on 23 September 1970.

Is VDE 493J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDE 493J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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