CarVerify

Free Car Check

RAS 284

1939 Bsa M20

Yellow Petrol 500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,607 mi
Last recorded1,607 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
4 checks still locked for this Bsa
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAS 284
MakeBsa
ModelM20
Year1939
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
View full Bsa M20 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2012 1,607 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

stop light slightly dim in need of attention

Pass 30 Jul 2010 1,540 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 1,492 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 23 Jun 2009 1,492 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 1,481 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

How Reliable is the Bsa M20?

Based on 1,311 MOT tests across 338 vehicles.

91.6%
Pass Rate
194
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
338
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Horn not working 4
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Brake lever insecure 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
Full Bsa M20 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RAS 284 is a 1939 Bsa M20 in Yellow with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Bsa M20 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RAS 284, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa M20 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 87 years old, this Bsa M20 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RAS 284?

You can check the full history of RAS 284 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RAS 284 registered?

RAS 284 is a 1939 Bsa M20, first registered on 31 December 1939.

Is RAS 284 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAS 284 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 RAS 284 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RAS 284. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.