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550 XUC

1958 Bsa B31

Red Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40 mi
Last recorded40 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2007
Typical for 1958 Bsa B3113,686 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration550 XUC
MakeBsa
ModelB31
Year1958
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2007 40 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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550 XUC is a 1958 Bsa B31 in Red with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1958 Bsa B31 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 13,686 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa B31 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 550 XUC, 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 68 years old, this Bsa B31 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 550 XUC registered?

550 XUC is a 1958 Bsa B31, first registered on 1 January 1958.

Is 550 XUC safe to buy?

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