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USU 201

1989 Bsa M20

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,593 mi
Last recorded4,593 miles
Recorded on7 May 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSU 201
MakeBsa
ModelM20
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 May 2011 4,593 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 4,512 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 4,406 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 4,307 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 4,207 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

battery in low state of charge

fuel cap sealing ring perished

fuel taps and hoses on tank slight fuel contamination

headlamp image pattern slightly deminished

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
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USU 201 is a 1989 Bsa M20 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 USU 201, 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 37 years old, this Bsa M20 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of USU 201?

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What year was USU 201 registered?

USU 201 is a 1989 Bsa M20, first registered on 15 June 1989.

Is USU 201 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USU 201 shows 6 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 USU 201 have outstanding finance?

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