MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
506 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)
Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Bsa B40?
Based on 3,385 MOT tests across 673 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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48 PTU is a 1961 Bsa B40 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1961 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 12,561 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 B40 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 48 PTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Bsa B40 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 65 years old, this Bsa B40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of 48 PTU?
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What year was 48 PTU registered?
48 PTU is a 1961 Bsa B40, first registered on 23 May 1961.
Is 48 PTU safe to buy?
The MOT history for 48 PTU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 48 PTU have outstanding finance?
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