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LJA 176

1957 James Captain

Maroon Petrol 197cc

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MOT Status

Expired

Expires20 Apr 2012

Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)

Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,682 mi

Last recorded4,682 miles

Recorded on21 Apr 2011

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJA 176

MakeJames

ModelCaptain

Year1957

ColourMaroon

Fuel typePetrol

Engine197cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail

Pass 21 Apr 2011 4,682 miles

Pass 19 Feb 2010 4,582 miles

Pass 30 Apr 2009 4,581 miles

Fail 30 Apr 2009 4,581 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2006 4,267 miles

Fail 6 May 2006 4,267 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the James Captain?

Based on 412 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

91.5%

Pass Rate

108

Miles/Year

147

On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 3

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 3

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2

reflector on motorcycle missing 2

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LJA 176 is a 1957 James Captain in Maroon with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a James Captain fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJA 176, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was LJA 176 registered?

LJA 176 is a 1957 James Captain, first registered on 17 April 1957.

Is LJA 176 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJA 176 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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