MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,785 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front position lamp does 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)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
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)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Bsa Golden Flash?
Based on 695 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HPN 436 is a 1954 Bsa Golden Flash in Gold with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 1954 Bsa Golden Flash models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 8,604 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 HPN 436, 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 72 years old, this Bsa Golden Flash is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was HPN 436 registered?
HPN 436 is a 1954 Bsa Golden Flash, first registered on 31 December 1954.
Is HPN 436 safe to buy?
The MOT history for HPN 436 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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