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AUB 134E

1975 Bsa B40

Blue Petrol 343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,912 mi
Last recorded8,912 miles
Recorded on14 May 2014
Typical for 1975 Bsa B408,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUB 134E
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine343cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2014 8,912 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 8,887 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 8,851 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 8,851 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 8,094 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 6,988 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 6,976 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 6,909 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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AUB 134E is a 1975 Bsa B40 in Blue with a 343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1975 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 8,851 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AUB 134E, 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 51 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 AUB 134E?

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What year was AUB 134E registered?

AUB 134E is a 1975 Bsa B40, first registered on 1 October 1975.

Is AUB 134E safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUB 134E shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AUB 134E have outstanding finance?

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