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MKH 179E

1984 Bsa B40

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,036 mi
Last recorded6,036 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2010
Typical for 1984 Bsa B404,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKH 179E
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2010 6,036 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2010 6,036 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

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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MKH 179E is a 1984 Bsa B40 in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 4,159 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 MKH 179E, 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 42 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 MKH 179E registered?

MKH 179E is a 1984 Bsa B40, first registered on 1 May 1984.

Is MKH 179E safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKH 179E shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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