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EWE 15H

1970 Bsa Starfire

Not stated Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,073 mi
Last recorded13,073 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1970 Bsa Starfire10,445 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWE 15H
MakeBsa
ModelStarfire
Year1970
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 13,073 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 13,039 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 12,991 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 12,991 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 12,934 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 17,488 miles

Front Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 17,488 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 11,869 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 111,772 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 11,591 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 11,424 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 10,912 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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EWE 15H is a 1970 Bsa Starfire in Not stated with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EWE 15H, 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

How do I check the history of EWE 15H?

You can check the full history of EWE 15H by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EWE 15H registered?

EWE 15H is a 1970 Bsa Starfire, first registered on 1 May 1970.

Is EWE 15H safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWE 15H shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EWE 15H have outstanding finance?

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