CarVerify

Free Car Check

VFN 217H

1970 Bsa Lightning

Red Petrol 650cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

209 mi
Last recorded209 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 Bsa Lightning25,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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

RegistrationVFN 217H
MakeBsa
ModelLightning
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
View full Bsa Lightning 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

4 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2017 209 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 135 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 95 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 2 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Lightning?

Based on 817 MOT tests across 145 vehicles.

93.3%
Pass Rate
204
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
145
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
wheel bearings have excessive free play 2
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock 2
Direction indicator not working 1
Full Bsa Lightning 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

VFN 217H is a 1970 Bsa Lightning in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Bsa Lightning models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 25,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa Lightning fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VFN 217H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Lightning typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this Bsa Lightning is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VFN 217H?

You can check the full history of VFN 217H by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VFN 217H registered?

VFN 217H is a 1970 Bsa Lightning, first registered on 14 July 1970.

Is VFN 217H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFN 217H shows 4 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 VFN 217H 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 VFN 217H. 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.