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RVS 449

1993 Bsa A10

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

14,770 mi
Last recorded14,770 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 1993 Bsa A103,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVS 449
MakeBsa
ModelA10
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 14,770 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 24 Jun 2016 14,150 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 13,515 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

advise new no plate be fitted

Fail 26 Jun 2014 17,448 miles

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

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

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

advise adjust sidecar to toe in

advise revise petrol tank fixing

Pass 26 Jun 2014 17,448 miles

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

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

advise adjust sidecar to toe in

advise revise petrol tank fixing

Pass 21 Jun 2013 11,721 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

advise pet cap washer

Fail 21 Jun 2013 11,721 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

advise pet cap washer

Pass 21 Jun 2012 11,168 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 10,429 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 10,349 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 10,349 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 Oct 2006 9,975 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2006 9,975 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa A10?

Based on 10,105 MOT tests across 1,868 vehicles.

92.2%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
1,868
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Horn not working 35
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 30
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 27
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
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RVS 449 is a 1993 Bsa A10 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1993 Bsa A10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 3,238 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 A10 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RVS 449, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A10 typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 33 years old, this Bsa A10 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RVS 449 registered?

RVS 449 is a 1993 Bsa A10, first registered on 24 September 1993.

Is RVS 449 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVS 449 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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