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YVS 185

1971 Bsa Bantom

Blue Petrol 175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,009 mi
Last recorded16,009 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVS 185
MakeBsa
ModelBantom
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine175cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2014 16,009 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 16,009 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 16,006 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Bantom?

Based on 350 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
49
Miles/Year
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 4
shock absorber insecurely mounted 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
Drive chain excessively tight 2
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YVS 185 is a 1971 Bsa Bantom in Blue with a 175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Bsa Bantom fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YVS 185, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YVS 185?

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What year was YVS 185 registered?

YVS 185 is a 1971 Bsa Bantom, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is YVS 185 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVS 185 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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