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WDW 224K

1971 Bsa Thunderbolt

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,231 mi
Last recorded4,231 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 1971 Bsa Thunderbolt7,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDW 224K
MakeBsa
ModelThunderbolt
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2022 4,231 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 4,173 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 4,154 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 4,123 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 4,111 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 4,082 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 4,059 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 4,048 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 4,018 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Oct 2009 3,975 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 3,954 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 3,936 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 3,848 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 3,565 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Thunderbolt?

Based on 1,062 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
224
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
suspension assembly component cracked 2
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WDW 224K is a 1971 Bsa Thunderbolt in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Bsa Thunderbolt models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 7,711 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa Thunderbolt fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WDW 224K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Thunderbolt typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 55 years old, this Bsa Thunderbolt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WDW 224K registered?

WDW 224K is a 1971 Bsa Thunderbolt, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is WDW 224K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDW 224K shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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