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AWU 416K

1999 Bsa Thunderbolt

Green Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

1,826 mi
Last recorded1,826 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWU 416K
MakeBsa
ModelThunderbolt
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 1,826 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 1,826 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 1,444 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016
Pass 15 May 2015 22,821 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 21,939 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 21,469 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 21,353 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 21,206 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

engine bolts loose , require tightening

near side foot peg slightly loose , requires attention

Pass 20 Apr 2010 21,206 miles

slight oil leak

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 14 May 2009 21,206 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 21,174 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 21,172 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)

Rear Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Pass 11 Apr 2006 21,172 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 21,172 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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AWU 416K is a 1999 Bsa Thunderbolt in Green with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AWU 416K, 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 27 years old, this Bsa Thunderbolt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AWU 416K registered?

AWU 416K is a 1999 Bsa Thunderbolt, first registered on 7 April 1999.

Is AWU 416K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWU 416K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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