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GMO 501

1979 Bsa A10

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,178 mi
Last recorded1,178 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2013
Typical for 1979 Bsa A105,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMO 501
MakeBsa
ModelA10
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2013 1,178 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2011 1,046 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 May 2009

daytime use only

Pass 17 Mar 2009 12,300 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 11,736 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 10,537 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A10?

Based on 10,105 MOT tests across 1,868 vehicles.

92.2%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
1,868
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Horn not working 35
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 30
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 27
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
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GMO 501 is a 1979 Bsa A10 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Bsa A10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.2% with a typical mileage of 5,528 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa A10 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GMO 501, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A10 typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 47 years old, this Bsa A10 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GMO 501?

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What year was GMO 501 registered?

GMO 501 is a 1979 Bsa A10, first registered on 26 October 1979.

Is GMO 501 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMO 501 shows 6 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 GMO 501 have outstanding finance?

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