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HMB 816C

1965 Bsa A50

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

809 mi
Last recorded809 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2010
Typical for 1965 Bsa A5014,434 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMB 816C
MakeBsa
ModelA50
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2010 809 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 691 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 677 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2007 145 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2006

How Reliable is the Bsa A50?

Based on 1,353 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
236
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
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HMB 816C is a 1965 Bsa A50 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1965 Bsa A50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 14,434 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Bsa A50 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HMB 816C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A50 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 61 years old, this Bsa A50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HMB 816C?

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What year was HMB 816C registered?

HMB 816C is a 1965 Bsa A50, first registered on 1 January 1965.

Is HMB 816C safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMB 816C shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HMB 816C have outstanding finance?

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