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WKH 52J

1970 Bsa Starfire

Purple Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,201 mi
Last recorded8,201 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2013
Typical for 1970 Bsa Starfire10,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKH 52J
MakeBsa
ModelStarfire
Year1970
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2013 8,201 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 8,201 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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WKH 52J is a 1970 Bsa Starfire in Purple with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 WKH 52J, 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 WKH 52J?

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What year was WKH 52J registered?

WKH 52J is a 1970 Bsa Starfire, first registered on 2 October 1970.

Is WKH 52J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKH 52J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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