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NSL 149

1956 Bsa Goldstar

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,167 mi
Last recorded12,167 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2012
Typical for 1956 Bsa Goldstar21,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSL 149
MakeBsa
ModelGoldstar
Year1956
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2012 12,167 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 12,167 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 12,152 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 12,138 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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NSL 149 is a 1956 Bsa Goldstar in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1956 Bsa Goldstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.8% with a typical mileage of 21,206 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 NSL 149, 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 70 years old, this Bsa Goldstar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NSL 149?

You can check the full history of NSL 149 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NSL 149 registered?

NSL 149 is a 1956 Bsa Goldstar, first registered on 19 May 1956.

Is NSL 149 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSL 149 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NSL 149 have outstanding finance?

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