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962 BDA

1962 Bsa Gold Star

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,353 mi
Last recorded22,353 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1962 Bsa Gold Star2,064 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration962 BDA
MakeBsa
ModelGold Star
Year1962
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2017 22,353 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 22,331 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 22,324 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 22,299 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 22,278 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 22,228 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 22,129 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 22,023 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 21,937 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 21,881 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 21,750 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Gold Star?

Based on 1,900 MOT tests across 539 vehicles.

93.7%
Pass Rate
250
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
539
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 3
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
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962 BDA is a 1962 Bsa Gold Star in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1962 Bsa Gold Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.1% with a typical mileage of 2,064 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa Gold Star fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 962 BDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Gold Star typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 64 years old, this Bsa Gold Star is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 962 BDA?

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What year was 962 BDA registered?

962 BDA is a 1962 Bsa Gold Star, first registered on 3 August 1962.

Is 962 BDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 962 BDA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 962 BDA have outstanding finance?

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