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817 YUH

1959 Bsa Goldstar

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3 mi
Last recorded3 miles
Recorded on24 May 2013
Typical for 1959 Bsa Goldstar8,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration817 YUH
MakeBsa
ModelGoldstar
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2013 3 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 3 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 10 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Goldstar?

Based on 1,524 MOT tests across 329 vehicles.

94.4%
Pass Rate
192
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
329
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 3
Motorcycle structure cracked 2
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2
wheel bearings are excessively rough 2
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817 YUH is a 1959 Bsa Goldstar in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1959 Bsa Goldstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.1% with a typical mileage of 8,956 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 Goldstar fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 817 YUH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Goldstar typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 67 years old, this Bsa Goldstar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 817 YUH registered?

817 YUH is a 1959 Bsa Goldstar, first registered on 23 September 1959.

Is 817 YUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 817 YUH 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.

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