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CSJ 973

1961 Bsa Gold Star

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,014 mi
Last recorded3,014 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2011
Typical for 1961 Bsa Gold Star5,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSJ 973
MakeBsa
ModelGold Star
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2011 3,014 miles

daylight mot done

Pass 21 Dec 2006 3,014 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 3,014 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2005 3,014 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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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CSJ 973 is a 1961 Bsa Gold Star in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1961 Bsa Gold Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.5% with a typical mileage of 5,012 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 CSJ 973, 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 65 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 CSJ 973?

You can check the full history of CSJ 973 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CSJ 973 registered?

CSJ 973 is a 1961 Bsa Gold Star, first registered on 1 April 1961.

Is CSJ 973 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSJ 973 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CSJ 973 have outstanding finance?

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