1970 Bsa B25 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for B25 models manufactured in 1970, based on 133 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1970 Bsa B25 MOT Analysis
The 1970 Bsa B25 has an MOT pass rate of 90.2% based on 133 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 15,272 miles on the odometer. With a 9.8% failure rate, the 1970 B25 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1970 Bsa B25 is Motorcycle driving controls, responsible for 0.8% of failures. Motorcycle driving controls issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400.
Top failures specific to 1970 models only. The overall B25 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 15,272 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.49 | 0.8% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1970 Bsa B25 has an MOT pass rate of 90.2% based on 133 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 15,272 miles on the odometer. With a 9.8% failure rate, the 1970 B25 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1970 Bsa B25, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle driving controls: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 15,272 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle driving controls — 0.8% of failures
Motorcycle driving controls issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 1970 Bsa B25 models. Motorcycle driving controls issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.