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VOL 647J

1971 Bsa A65L

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,941 mi
Last recorded7,941 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 Bsa A65L7,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOL 647J
MakeBsa
ModelA65L
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2019 7,941 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 7,755 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 7,634 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 7,310 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 7,159 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 6,803 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 5,831 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 5,426 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 5,166 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Bsa A65L?

Based on 623 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

90.7%
Pass Rate
228
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand 1
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VOL 647J is a 1971 Bsa A65L in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Bsa A65L models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.2% with a typical mileage of 7,868 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa A65L fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VOL 647J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A65L typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Bsa A65L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VOL 647J?

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What year was VOL 647J registered?

VOL 647J is a 1971 Bsa A65L, first registered on 15 May 1971.

Is VOL 647J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOL 647J shows 9 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 VOL 647J have outstanding finance?

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