MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
13,561 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
How Reliable is the Bsa Goldstar?
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SL 4690 is a 1955 Bsa Goldstar in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1955 Bsa Goldstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.3% with a typical mileage of 4,129 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 SL 4690, 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 71 years old, this Bsa Goldstar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was SL 4690 registered?
SL 4690 is a 1955 Bsa Goldstar, first registered on 3 March 1955.
Is SL 4690 safe to buy?
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