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MFB 224

1961 Bsa B40

Red Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,466 mi
Last recorded1,466 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1961 Bsa B4012,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFB 224
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 10 May 2017 1,466 miles

Daylight only (no lights fitted at time of test)

Pass 11 May 2016 1,431 miles

No lights fitted at time of test (daylight use only)

Pass 6 May 2015 1,382 miles

Daylight Only

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Apr 2014 1,368 miles

Daylight Only

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 4 May 2013 1,241 miles

DAY LIGHT USE ONLY

Pass 2 May 2012 1,117 miles

Daylight Use Only

Non standard fitting on rear brake cable

Rear tyre perrished

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 1,074 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

non standard fitting on cable

Pass 25 Mar 2010 687 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 424 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 399 miles

trails bike fitted only with brake light. fur use in daylight hours ans notof reduced visability

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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MFB 224 is a 1961 Bsa B40 in Red with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 MFB 224, 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 MFB 224 registered?

MFB 224 is a 1961 Bsa B40, first registered on 1 May 1961.

Is MFB 224 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFB 224 shows 10 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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