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XUF 448K

1972 Bsa Thunderbolt

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,665 mi
Last recorded13,665 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2007
Typical for 1972 Bsa Thunderbolt23,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUF 448K
MakeBsa
ModelThunderbolt
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2007 13,665 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2006 21,728 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Bsa Thunderbolt?

Based on 1,062 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
224
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
suspension assembly component cracked 2
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XUF 448K is a 1972 Bsa Thunderbolt in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Bsa Thunderbolt models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 23,006 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 Thunderbolt fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XUF 448K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XUF 448K registered?

XUF 448K is a 1972 Bsa Thunderbolt, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is XUF 448K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUF 448K shows 2 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 XUF 448K have outstanding finance?

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