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VNR 31H

1970 Bsa Starfire

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

19,879 mi
Last recorded19,879 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1970 Bsa Starfire10,445 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNR 31H
MakeBsa
ModelStarfire
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 19,879 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 19,879 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 19,014 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 18,317 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 18,317 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 18,073 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 17,752 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 17,752 miles

Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2011 17,119 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 16,596 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 Jun 2008 16,445 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 16,445 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 15,947 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Starfire?

Based on 1,174 MOT tests across 224 vehicles.

91.5%
Pass Rate
169
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
224
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling 4
Headlamp aim too low 3
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 2
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VNR 31H is a 1970 Bsa Starfire in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1970 Bsa Starfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 10,445 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 Starfire fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VNR 31H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Starfire typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 56 years old, this Bsa Starfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VNR 31H?

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What year was VNR 31H registered?

VNR 31H is a 1970 Bsa Starfire, first registered on 5 June 1970.

Is VNR 31H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNR 31H shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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