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VSK 318

1953 Bsa A10

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,293 mi
Last recorded26,293 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2010
Typical for 1953 Bsa A1018,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSK 318
MakeBsa
ModelA10
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2010 26,293 miles

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Fail 3 Aug 2010 26,290 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Fail 5 Aug 2008 26,255 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2008 26,255 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Bsa A10?

Based on 10,105 MOT tests across 1,868 vehicles.

92.2%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
1,868
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Horn not working 35
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 30
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 27
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
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VSK 318 is a 1953 Bsa A10 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1953 Bsa A10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 18,488 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 A10 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VSK 318, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A10 typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 73 years old, this Bsa A10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VSK 318?

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What year was VSK 318 registered?

VSK 318 is a 1953 Bsa A10, first registered on 17 April 1953.

Is VSK 318 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSK 318 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VSK 318 have outstanding finance?

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