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KAR 10C

1965 Bsa A50

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,645 mi
Last recorded60,645 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 1965 Bsa A5014,434 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAR 10C
MakeBsa
ModelA50
Year1965
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2018 60,645 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 59,888 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 59,836 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 59,836 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 69,056 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 58,105 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 56,470 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 55,794 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 53,780 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 53,780 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 52,057 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 49,988 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 4,424 miles

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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KAR 10C is a 1965 Bsa A50 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KAR 10C, 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 KAR 10C?

You can check the full history of KAR 10C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KAR 10C registered?

KAR 10C is a 1965 Bsa A50, first registered on 21 June 1965.

Is KAR 10C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAR 10C shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KAR 10C have outstanding finance?

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