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RNM 578

1956 Bsa Gold Star

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,286 mi
Last recorded25,286 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2008
Typical for 1956 Bsa Gold Star12,540 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNM 578
MakeBsa
ModelGold Star
Year1956
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2008 25,286 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 25,286 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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RNM 578 is a 1956 Bsa Gold Star in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1956 Bsa Gold Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 12,540 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 RNM 578, 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 70 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 RNM 578?

You can check the full history of RNM 578 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RNM 578 registered?

RNM 578 is a 1956 Bsa Gold Star, first registered on 4 May 1956.

Is RNM 578 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNM 578 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RNM 578 have outstanding finance?

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