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955 CYH

1961 Bsa B40

Red Petrol 343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,372 mi
Last recorded3,372 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 1961 Bsa B4012,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration955 CYH
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine343cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2016 3,372 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 3,361 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 3,349 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 3,172 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

slight perishing to sidewalls of front tyre

Pass 20 Jul 2012 3,162 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 3,092 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 2,900 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 2,805 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 2,690 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 2,588 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 2,581 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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955 CYH is a 1961 Bsa B40 in Red with a 343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 955 CYH, 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

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What year was 955 CYH registered?

955 CYH is a 1961 Bsa B40, first registered on 31 December 1961.

Is 955 CYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 955 CYH shows 11 tests 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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