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XRB 303L

1972 Bsa Rocket 3

Maroon Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100 mi
Last recorded100 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 1972 Bsa Rocket 313,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRB 303L
MakeBsa
ModelRocket 3
Year1972
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 100 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 96 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 87 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 837 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 80 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 75 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 73 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 3 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Rocket 3?

Based on 886 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

93.5%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
Direction indicator not working 2
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 2
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 2
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XRB 303L is a 1972 Bsa Rocket 3 in Maroon with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1972 Bsa Rocket 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.7% with a typical mileage of 13,976 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 Rocket 3 fails its MOT is tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XRB 303L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Rocket 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 54 years old, this Bsa Rocket 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XRB 303L?

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What year was XRB 303L registered?

XRB 303L is a 1972 Bsa Rocket 3, first registered on 28 September 1972.

Is XRB 303L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRB 303L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRB 303L have outstanding finance?

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