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THL 580

1961 Bsa Shooting Star

Green Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,203 mi
Last recorded6,203 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2011
Typical for 1961 Bsa Shooting Star6,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHL 580
MakeBsa
ModelShooting Star
Year1961
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2011 6,203 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 6,037 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 5,568 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 4,739 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 3,219 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Shooting Star?

Based on 686 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

93.6%
Pass Rate
158
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Horn not working 2
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 2
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 2
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THL 580 is a 1961 Bsa Shooting Star in Green with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Bsa Shooting Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.2% with a typical mileage of 6,841 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa Shooting Star fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying THL 580, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Shooting Star typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 65 years old, this Bsa Shooting Star is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of THL 580?

You can check the full history of THL 580 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was THL 580 registered?

THL 580 is a 1961 Bsa Shooting Star, first registered on 12 April 1961.

Is THL 580 safe to buy?

The MOT history for THL 580 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does THL 580 have outstanding finance?

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