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JGU 609C

1965 Bsa B40

Black Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

290 mi
Last recorded290 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 1965 Bsa B4014,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGU 609C
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1965
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 290 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 51 miles

Front tyre aged

Fail 9 Mar 2017 51 miles

Front tyre aged

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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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JGU 609C is a 1965 Bsa B40 in Black with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1965 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 14,172 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 JGU 609C, 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 61 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 JGU 609C?

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What year was JGU 609C registered?

JGU 609C is a 1965 Bsa B40, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is JGU 609C safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGU 609C shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JGU 609C have outstanding finance?

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