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KPR 746

1957 Bsa Gold Star

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,115 mi
Last recorded8,115 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2011
Typical for 1957 Bsa Gold Star7,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPR 746
MakeBsa
ModelGold Star
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2011 8,115 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2010 6,163 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 26 May 2010 6,163 miles

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2008 2,632 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 May 2006 581 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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KPR 746 is a 1957 Bsa Gold Star in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1957 Bsa Gold Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 7,205 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 Gold Star fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KPR 746, 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 69 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 KPR 746?

You can check the full history of KPR 746 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KPR 746 registered?

KPR 746 is a 1957 Bsa Gold Star, first registered on 20 June 1957.

Is KPR 746 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPR 746 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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