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825 VTD

1961 Bsa B40

Silver Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,577 mi
Last recorded27,577 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1961 Bsa B4012,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration825 VTD
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1961
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2017 27,577 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 27,568 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 27,544 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 27,516 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Apr 2013 1,324 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 1,234 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2011 27,498 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Apr 2010 27,488 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

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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825 VTD is a 1961 Bsa B40 in Silver with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 825 VTD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 825 VTD?

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What year was 825 VTD registered?

825 VTD is a 1961 Bsa B40, first registered on 7 July 1961.

Is 825 VTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 825 VTD shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 825 VTD have outstanding finance?

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