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OTK 870J

1971 Bsa B31

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

3,176 mi
Last recorded3,176 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTK 870J
MakeBsa
ModelB31
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 3,176 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 3,176 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2 mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play rear shock (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 May 2015 3,173 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 3,171 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2012 3,169 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 3,150 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 17 Jun 2010 3,149 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Chain guard missing

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Bsa B31?

Based on 3,419 MOT tests across 885 vehicles.

92.5%
Pass Rate
210
Miles/Year
80
Year Lifespan
885
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 17
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
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OTK 870J is a 1971 Bsa B31 in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Bsa B31 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OTK 870J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa B31 typically stays on UK roads for around 80 years. At 55 years old, this Bsa B31 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OTK 870J registered?

OTK 870J is a 1971 Bsa B31, first registered on 15 July 1971.

Is OTK 870J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTK 870J shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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