CarVerify

Free Car Check

XNE 34L

1971 Bsa A65

Red Petrol 650cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

63,548 mi
Last recorded63,548 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2011
Typical for 1971 Bsa A6511,929 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationXNE 34L
MakeBsa
ModelA65
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2011 63,548 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 63,548 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 63,547 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 63,542 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 63,542 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 63,249 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 62,336 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A65?

Based on 5,147 MOT tests across 924 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
219
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
924
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Horn not working 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
Full Bsa A65 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

XNE 34L is a 1971 Bsa A65 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 Bsa A65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 11,929 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 A65 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XNE 34L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A65 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 55 years old, this Bsa A65 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XNE 34L?

You can check the full history of XNE 34L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XNE 34L registered?

XNE 34L is a 1971 Bsa A65, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is XNE 34L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNE 34L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XNE 34L 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 XNE 34L. 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.