MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
5,720 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
How Reliable is the Bsa B40?
Based on 3,385 MOT tests across 673 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OLW 131P is a 1976 Bsa B40 in Green with a 343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1976 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 3,870 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 OLW 131P, 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 50 years old, this Bsa B40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of OLW 131P?
You can check the full history of OLW 131P by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was OLW 131P registered?
OLW 131P is a 1976 Bsa B40, first registered on 1 July 1976.
Is OLW 131P safe to buy?
The MOT history for OLW 131P shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does OLW 131P have outstanding finance?
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