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AVG 146D

1983 Bsa B40

Green Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

340 mi
Last recorded340 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 1983 Bsa B406,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVG 146D
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 May 2014 340 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 279 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 273 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 238 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 155 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 76 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 30 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre has some slight perishing around the tread blocks

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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AVG 146D is a 1983 Bsa B40 in Green with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 6,166 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 AVG 146D, 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 43 years old, this Bsa B40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AVG 146D registered?

AVG 146D is a 1983 Bsa B40, first registered on 24 October 1983.

Is AVG 146D safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVG 146D shows 7 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 AVG 146D have outstanding finance?

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