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VFO 137

1960 Bsa Shooting Star

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,050 mi
Last recorded3,050 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2013
Typical for 1960 Bsa Shooting Star9,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFO 137
MakeBsa
ModelShooting Star
Year1960
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2013 3,050 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 2,554 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 2,153 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 1,679 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 1,139 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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VFO 137 is a 1960 Bsa Shooting Star in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1960 Bsa Shooting Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 9,789 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 VFO 137, 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 66 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 VFO 137?

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What year was VFO 137 registered?

VFO 137 is a 1960 Bsa Shooting Star, first registered on 25 July 1960.

Is VFO 137 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFO 137 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 VFO 137 have outstanding finance?

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