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YSY 490

1997 Bsa A10

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,689 mi
Last recorded3,689 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Bsa A107,981 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSY 490
MakeBsa
ModelA10
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2008 3,689 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 3,372 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 3,372 miles

Front suspension fouling which affects the movement of the front suspension. (2.3.6a)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 3,031 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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YSY 490 is a 1997 Bsa A10 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Bsa A10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 7,981 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 YSY 490, 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 29 years old, this Bsa A10 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YSY 490?

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What year was YSY 490 registered?

YSY 490 is a 1997 Bsa A10, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is YSY 490 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSY 490 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YSY 490 have outstanding finance?

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