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SDU 236

1955 Bsa B31

Green Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,547 mi
Last recorded20,547 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2012
Typical for 1955 Bsa B3130,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDU 236
MakeBsa
ModelB31
Year1955
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2012 20,547 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 20,470 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 20,380 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Nov 2008 20,027 miles

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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SDU 236 is a 1955 Bsa B31 in Green with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1955 Bsa B31 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.2% with a typical mileage of 30,815 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa B31 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SDU 236, 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 71 years old, this Bsa B31 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SDU 236?

You can check the full history of SDU 236 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SDU 236 registered?

SDU 236 is a 1955 Bsa B31, first registered on 22 December 1955.

Is SDU 236 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDU 236 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SDU 236 have outstanding finance?

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