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532 XVX

1984 Bsa B40

Black Petrol 343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

351 mi
Last recorded351 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1984 Bsa B404,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration532 XVX
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 351 miles

daytime mot only

Pass 7 Jun 2016 324 miles

Daytime MOT

Pass 21 Apr 2015 309 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 309 miles

day time mot

Pass 30 Apr 2012 308 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 295 miles

day time mot only

Fail 21 Apr 2011 295 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

day time mot only

Pass 7 Apr 2010 281 miles

daytime mot

Pass 30 Apr 2009 280 miles

daylight mot only

Pass 15 Apr 2008 280 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 280 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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532 XVX is a 1984 Bsa B40 in Black with a 343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1984 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 4,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 532 XVX, 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 42 years old, this Bsa B40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 532 XVX?

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What year was 532 XVX registered?

532 XVX is a 1984 Bsa B40, first registered on 12 April 1984.

Is 532 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 532 XVX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 532 XVX have outstanding finance?

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