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YTX 774

1958 Bsa Golden Flash

Beige Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,142 mi
Last recorded48,142 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTX 774
MakeBsa
ModelGolden Flash
Year1958
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2012 48,142 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 48,142 miles

Rear Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 48,108 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 48,099 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 48,099 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 48,081 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2007 47,993 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Apr 2007 47,993 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 47,987 miles

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

How Reliable is the Bsa Golden Flash?

Based on 695 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

92.5%
Pass Rate
194
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Horn not working 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 5
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YTX 774 is a 1958 Bsa Golden Flash in Beige with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Bsa Golden Flash fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YTX 774, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Golden Flash typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 68 years old, this Bsa Golden Flash is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YTX 774 registered?

YTX 774 is a 1958 Bsa Golden Flash, first registered on 1 September 1958.

Is YTX 774 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTX 774 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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