MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,667 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Sidecar suspension has an insecure unit. (5.2.3a)
Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)
How Reliable is the Bsa B31?
Based on 3,419 MOT tests across 885 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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381 XUR is a 1953 Bsa B31 in Red with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1953 Bsa B31 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 30,474 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 B31 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 381 XUR, 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 73 years old, this Bsa B31 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was 381 XUR registered?
381 XUR is a 1953 Bsa B31, first registered on 2 November 1953.
Is 381 XUR safe to buy?
The MOT history for 381 XUR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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