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VYJ 578

1994 Bsa A10

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,483 mi
Last recorded22,483 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2009
Typical for 1994 Bsa A1022,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYJ 578
MakeBsa
ModelA10
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2009 22,483 miles

front brake poor

rear brake spongy

slight oil leak from o/s front fork

Fail 2 May 2009 22,483 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 22,482 miles

front brake poor

top rear engine plate bolt loose

Fail 11 Mar 2008 22,482 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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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VYJ 578 is a 1994 Bsa A10 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Bsa A10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 22,723 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 VYJ 578, 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 32 years old, this Bsa A10 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VYJ 578 registered?

VYJ 578 is a 1994 Bsa A10, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is VYJ 578 safe to buy?

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