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TNU 859

1953 Bsa Gold Star

Silver Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,066 mi
Last recorded26,066 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNU 859
MakeBsa
ModelGold Star
Year1953
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2010 26,066 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 25,698 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 14,527 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 14,527 miles

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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TNU 859 is a 1953 Bsa Gold Star in Silver with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TNU 859, 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 73 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 TNU 859?

You can check the full history of TNU 859 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TNU 859 registered?

TNU 859 is a 1953 Bsa Gold Star, first registered on 18 April 1953.

Is TNU 859 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNU 859 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 TNU 859 have outstanding finance?

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