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WVS 557

1960 Bsa A10

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,137 mi
Last recorded51,137 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 1960 Bsa A1014,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVS 557
MakeBsa
ModelA10
Year1960
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 51,137 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2017 51,137 miles

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Chain link. (6.2.1h)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 51,059 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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WVS 557 is a 1960 Bsa A10 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1960 Bsa A10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 14,110 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 WVS 557, 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 66 years old, this Bsa A10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WVS 557?

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What year was WVS 557 registered?

WVS 557 is a 1960 Bsa A10, first registered on 12 January 1960.

Is WVS 557 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVS 557 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WVS 557 have outstanding finance?

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