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605 XUJ

1955 Bsa Shooting Star

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,469 mi
Last recorded3,469 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2010
Typical for 1955 Bsa Shooting Star6,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration605 XUJ
MakeBsa
ModelShooting Star
Year1955
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2010 3,469 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 3,353 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 3,192 miles

Nearside Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

advise horn note

had difficulty in starting bike half way through test

headlamp beam image slightly deminished

Pass 18 Aug 2006 3,051 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 18 Aug 2006 3,051 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

How Reliable is the Bsa Shooting Star?

Based on 686 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

93.6%
Pass Rate
158
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Horn not working 2
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 2
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 2
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605 XUJ is a 1955 Bsa Shooting Star in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1955 Bsa Shooting Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 6,683 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 Shooting Star fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 605 XUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Shooting Star typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 71 years old, this Bsa Shooting Star is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 605 XUJ?

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What year was 605 XUJ registered?

605 XUJ is a 1955 Bsa Shooting Star, first registered on 1 March 1955.

Is 605 XUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 605 XUJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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