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AYM 42H

1970 Bsa Starfire

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,555 mi
Last recorded10,555 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 Bsa Starfire10,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYM 42H
MakeBsa
ModelStarfire
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2017 10,555 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 10,220 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 10,144 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 9,487 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 8,933 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 8,094 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 5,267 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 3,210 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 19,330 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 1,928 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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AYM 42H is a 1970 Bsa Starfire in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AYM 42H, 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

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What year was AYM 42H registered?

AYM 42H is a 1970 Bsa Starfire, first registered on 9 February 1970.

Is AYM 42H safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYM 42H shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AYM 42H have outstanding finance?

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