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VKY 286

1978 Bsa A7

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,192 mi
Last recorded4,192 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKY 286
MakeBsa
ModelA7
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015 4,192 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 4,192 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 4,105 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 3,958 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 3,933 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 3,918 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 3,886 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 3,855 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 3,813 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 3,767 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A7?

Based on 3,378 MOT tests across 680 vehicles.

92.9%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
680
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7
Horn not working 7
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VKY 286 is a 1978 Bsa A7 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Bsa A7 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VKY 286, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A7 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 48 years old, this Bsa A7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VKY 286?

You can check the full history of VKY 286 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VKY 286 registered?

VKY 286 is a 1978 Bsa A7, first registered on 27 July 1978.

Is VKY 286 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKY 286 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VKY 286 have outstanding finance?

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