Bsa Super Rocket Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Bsa Super Rocket reliable? We analysed 1,532 real MOT tests across 256 vehicles to find out.
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The Bsa Super Rocket is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include horn not working, position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Bsa Super Rocket.
Bsa Super Rocket Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Bsa Super Rocket. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Bsa Super Rocket MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Bsa Super Rocket to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Bsa Super Rocket Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Bsa Super Rocket fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Bsa Super Rocket Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Bsa Super Rocket owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Bsa Super Rocket MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Bsa Super Rocket year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 52 | 94.2% | 4,108 | 6,532 | 9,300 |
| 1962 | 120 | 96.7% | 1,730 | 5,522 | 11,822 |
| 1961 | 335 | 94.6% | 4,969 | 15,307 | 44,907 |
| 1960 | 236 | 94.5% | 1,436 | 3,485 | 9,627 |
| 1959 | 136 | 90.4% | 1,497 | 4,858 | 22,866 |
| 1958 | 97 | 95.9% | 2,229 | 6,358 | 8,335 |
How Long Does a Bsa Super Rocket Last?
Based on 256 Bsa Super Rocket vehicles on UK roads.
Bsa Super Rocket Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Bsa Super Rocket MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Bsa Super Rocket
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
96.7% MOT pass rate from 120 tests
90.4% MOT pass rate from 136 tests
The best year to buy a used Bsa Super Rocket is 1962, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.7% across 120 tests. The 1959 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Bsa Super Rocket Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bsa Super Rocket THIS CAR | 93.9% | 1,532 | 6,669 mi | 68 yrs |
| Bsa A10 | 92.2% | 10,105 | 12,338 mi | 74 yrs |
| Bsa Bantam | 89.9% | 7,723 | 13,212 mi | 77 yrs |
| Bsa C15 | 90.2% | 6,096 | 14,541 mi | 67 yrs |
| Fiat Ducato 42 Maxi Multijet III A | 95.4% | 700 | 37,581 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Bsa A10 (92.2% pass rate) and the Bsa Bantam (89.9% pass rate), the Bsa Super Rocket outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Bsa Super Rocket has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.9% across 1,532 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Bsa Super Rocket are horn not working (7 recorded failures), position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (7), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (5). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Bsa Super Rocket owner drives around 202 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Bsa Super Rocket models stay on UK roads for around 68 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.