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494 YUA

1996 Bsa B40

Black Petrol 343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,991 mi
Last recorded6,991 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2010
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Vehicle Details

Registration494 YUA
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine343cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2010 6,991 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa B40?

Based on 3,385 MOT tests across 673 vehicles.

91.6%
Pass Rate
127
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 11
Steering lock stop ineffective 10
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
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494 YUA is a 1996 Bsa B40 in Black with a 343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 494 YUA, 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 30 years old, this Bsa B40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 494 YUA registered?

494 YUA is a 1996 Bsa B40, first registered on 12 November 1996.

Is 494 YUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 494 YUA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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