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198 UXH

1978 Bsa B31

Maroon Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

69 mi
Last recorded69 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration198 UXH
MakeBsa
ModelB31
Year1978
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2012 69 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 64 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 64 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 59 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 59 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 29 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 29 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 5,095 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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198 UXH is a 1978 Bsa B31 in Maroon with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Bsa B31 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 198 UXH, 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 48 years old, this Bsa B31 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 198 UXH?

You can check the full history of 198 UXH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 198 UXH registered?

198 UXH is a 1978 Bsa B31, first registered on 22 May 1978.

Is 198 UXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 198 UXH 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.

Does 198 UXH have outstanding finance?

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