MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
4,882 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front tyre worn uneven
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Centre Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Bsa B40?
Based on 3,385 MOT tests across 673 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FJF 257B is a 1962 Bsa B40 in Blue with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.
Across all 1962 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 10,496 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 FJF 257B, 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 64 years old, this Bsa B40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of FJF 257B?
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What year was FJF 257B registered?
FJF 257B is a 1962 Bsa B40, first registered on 27 June 1962.
Is FJF 257B safe to buy?
The MOT history for FJF 257B shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FJF 257B have outstanding finance?
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