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RSL 359

1991 Bsa Golden Flash

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,705 mi
Last recorded1,705 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSL 359
MakeBsa
ModelGolden Flash
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2012 1,705 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 1,609 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 1,493 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 1,336 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 1,146 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 872 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 859 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Bsa Golden Flash?

Based on 695 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

92.5%
Pass Rate
194
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Horn not working 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 5
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RSL 359 is a 1991 Bsa Golden Flash in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Bsa Golden Flash fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RSL 359, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Golden Flash typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 35 years old, this Bsa Golden Flash is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RSL 359 registered?

RSL 359 is a 1991 Bsa Golden Flash, first registered on 12 September 1991.

Is RSL 359 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSL 359 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RSL 359 have outstanding finance?

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