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203 XWA

1961 Bsa Golden Flash

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,337 mi
Last recorded4,337 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2016
Typical for 1961 Bsa Golden Flash6,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration203 XWA
MakeBsa
ModelGolden Flash
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2016 4,337 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 4,252 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 4,229 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 4,088 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 3,977 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 3,977 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 3,644 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2009 3,603 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 3,379 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 3,312 miles

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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203 XWA is a 1961 Bsa Golden Flash in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1961 Bsa Golden Flash models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 6,304 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 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 203 XWA, 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 65 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 203 XWA registered?

203 XWA is a 1961 Bsa Golden Flash, first registered on 4 July 1961.

Is 203 XWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 203 XWA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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