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VHO 515

1959 Bsa Super Rocket

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,312 mi
Last recorded8,312 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1959 Bsa Super Rocket4,858 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHO 515
MakeBsa
ModelSuper Rocket
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011 8,312 miles

rear tyre perished

Pass 10 Sep 2009 8,148 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 7,905 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 7,394 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

headlight operation

Fail 27 Aug 2005 7,020 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Throttle doesnt snap back.

Pass 27 Aug 2005 7,020 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Throttle doesnt snap back.

How Reliable is the Bsa Super Rocket?

Based on 1,532 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

93.9%
Pass Rate
202
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 4
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
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VHO 515 is a 1959 Bsa Super Rocket in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1959 Bsa Super Rocket models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 4,858 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 Super Rocket fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VHO 515, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa Super Rocket typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 67 years old, this Bsa Super Rocket is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VHO 515 registered?

VHO 515 is a 1959 Bsa Super Rocket, first registered on 25 March 1959.

Is VHO 515 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHO 515 shows 6 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.

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