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WTA 776

1957 Bsa Gold Star

Silver Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,051 mi
Last recorded10,051 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2011
Typical for 1957 Bsa Gold Star7,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTA 776
MakeBsa
ModelGold Star
Year1957
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2011 10,051 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 9,359 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 9,235 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 9,096 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 8,573 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 8,548 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Handlebars likely to damage fuel tank

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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WTA 776 is a 1957 Bsa Gold Star in Silver with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1957 Bsa Gold Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 7,205 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 Gold Star fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WTA 776, 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 69 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 WTA 776?

You can check the full history of WTA 776 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WTA 776 registered?

WTA 776 is a 1957 Bsa Gold Star, first registered on 15 June 1957.

Is WTA 776 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTA 776 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WTA 776 have outstanding finance?

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