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895 UYY

1956 Bsa M21

Not stated Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

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Vehicle Details

Registration895 UYY
MakeBsa
ModelM21
Year1956
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017

Chain guard missing ()

Front mudguard missing

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test, Daylight use only.

Rear mudguard missing

Fail 5 Jul 2017

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Chain guard missing ()

Front mudguard missing

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test, Daylight use only.

Rear mudguard missing

How Reliable is the Bsa M21?

Based on 963 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.

93.0%
Pass Rate
227
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Horn not working 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
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895 UYY is a 1956 Bsa M21 in Not stated with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Bsa M21 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 895 UYY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa M21 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 70 years old, this Bsa M21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 895 UYY?

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What year was 895 UYY registered?

895 UYY is a 1956 Bsa M21, first registered on 29 March 1956.

Is 895 UYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 895 UYY 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.

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