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NWR 39A

1961 Bsa B40

Red Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,233 mi
Last recorded33,233 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 1961 Bsa B4012,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWR 39A
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2019 33,233 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 33,123 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 32,791 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 32,429 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 32,084 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 31,470 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 31,056 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 30,693 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 30,251 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 29,756 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 28,710 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 27,872 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 26,776 miles

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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NWR 39A is a 1961 Bsa B40 in Red with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 NWR 39A, 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 NWR 39A registered?

NWR 39A is a 1961 Bsa B40, first registered on 24 February 1961.

Is NWR 39A safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWR 39A shows 13 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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