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170 ELG

1995 Bsa B31

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,081 mi
Last recorded29,081 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration170 ELG
MakeBsa
ModelB31
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2012 29,081 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 28,488 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 27,886 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 27,532 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa B31?

Based on 3,419 MOT tests across 885 vehicles.

92.5%
Pass Rate
210
Miles/Year
80
Year Lifespan
885
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 17
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
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170 ELG is a 1995 Bsa B31 in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Bsa B31 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 170 ELG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa B31 typically stays on UK roads for around 80 years. At 31 years old, this Bsa B31 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 170 ELG?

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What year was 170 ELG registered?

170 ELG is a 1995 Bsa B31, first registered on 17 March 1995.

Is 170 ELG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 170 ELG shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 170 ELG have outstanding finance?

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