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MGY 853L

1972 Bsa Lightning

Multi-colour Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,309 mi
Last recorded23,309 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2019
Typical for 1972 Bsa Lightning27,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGY 853L
MakeBsa
ModelLightning
Year1972
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2019 23,309 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Lightning?

Based on 817 MOT tests across 145 vehicles.

93.3%
Pass Rate
204
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
145
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
wheel bearings have excessive free play 2
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock 2
Direction indicator not working 1
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MGY 853L is a 1972 Bsa Lightning in Multi-colour with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Bsa Lightning models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.7% with a typical mileage of 27,289 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa Lightning fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGY 853L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Lightning typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Bsa Lightning is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MGY 853L?

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What year was MGY 853L registered?

MGY 853L is a 1972 Bsa Lightning, first registered on 21 December 1972.

Is MGY 853L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGY 853L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MGY 853L have outstanding finance?

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