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449 TOD

1957 Bsa Shooting Star

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,269 mi
Last recorded46,269 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration449 TOD
MakeBsa
ModelShooting Star
Year1957
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2012 46,269 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 45,266 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 44,584 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

fr brake cable pulls slightly tight

Pass 21 Jun 2008 43,519 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2008 43,493 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 42,478 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 40,961 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa Shooting Star?

Based on 686 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

93.6%
Pass Rate
158
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Horn not working 2
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 2
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 2
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449 TOD is a 1957 Bsa Shooting Star in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Bsa Shooting Star fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 449 TOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Shooting Star typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 69 years old, this Bsa Shooting Star is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 449 TOD?

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What year was 449 TOD registered?

449 TOD is a 1957 Bsa Shooting Star, first registered on 5 June 1957.

Is 449 TOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 449 TOD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 449 TOD have outstanding finance?

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