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JHG 47F

1968 Bsa Starfire

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,420 mi
Last recorded11,420 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 1968 Bsa Starfire16,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHG 47F
MakeBsa
ModelStarfire
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 11,420 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 11,154 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 10,823 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 10,811 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Sep 2005 10,738 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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JHG 47F is a 1968 Bsa Starfire in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1968 Bsa Starfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.9% with a typical mileage of 16,207 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 JHG 47F, 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 58 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 JHG 47F registered?

JHG 47F is a 1968 Bsa Starfire, first registered on 21 June 1968.

Is JHG 47F safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHG 47F shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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