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FHW 427K

1972 Bsa Rocket 3

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,554 mi
Last recorded12,554 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
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

RegistrationFHW 427K
MakeBsa
ModelRocket 3
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2017 12,554 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 11,841 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 11,829 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 11,818 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 11,805 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 11,224 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 10,771 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 10,748 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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FHW 427K is a 1972 Bsa Rocket 3 in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FHW 427K, 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 FHW 427K?

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What year was FHW 427K registered?

FHW 427K is a 1972 Bsa Rocket 3, first registered on 8 March 1972.

Is FHW 427K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHW 427K shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FHW 427K have outstanding finance?

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