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PMK 116E

1995 Bsa B40

Silver Petrol 343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMK 116E
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine343cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011
Fail 28 Jun 2011

Nearside Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 28 Jun 2011

Nearside Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2010

this bike is on a daytime use only mot

Pass 19 May 2009

this bike is on a day time use only m.o.t

Pass 14 Jan 2008

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 184 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 3 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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PMK 116E is a 1995 Bsa B40 in Silver with a 343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PMK 116E, 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 31 years old, this Bsa B40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PMK 116E?

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What year was PMK 116E registered?

PMK 116E is a 1995 Bsa B40, first registered on 1 September 1995.

Is PMK 116E safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMK 116E shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PMK 116E have outstanding finance?

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