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SLE 176

1981 Bsa M21

Black Petrol 596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,524 mi
Last recorded50,524 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2012
4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLE 176
MakeBsa
ModelM21
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine596cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2012 50,524 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 49,274 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 47,298 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 44,285 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 42,365 miles

1)Rear tyre on the legal limit.

Pass 30 Apr 2007 40,074 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 37,046 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa M21?

Based on 963 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.

93.0%
Pass Rate
227
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Horn not working 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
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SLE 176 is a 1981 Bsa M21 in Black with a 596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Bsa M21 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SLE 176, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa M21 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 45 years old, this Bsa M21 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SLE 176?

You can check the full history of SLE 176 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SLE 176 registered?

SLE 176 is a 1981 Bsa M21, first registered on 27 October 1981.

Is SLE 176 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLE 176 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SLE 176 have outstanding finance?

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