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UPA 169F

1968 Bsa B44

Red Petrol 440cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,868 mi
Last recorded21,868 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2014
Typical for 1968 Bsa B448,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPA 169F
MakeBsa
ModelB44
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine440cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2014 21,868 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 21,855 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 21,629 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

number plate not big enough

Pass 14 Sep 2012 21,444 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 21,214 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 21,045 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa B44?

Based on 625 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 2
Footrest insecure 2
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 2
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UPA 169F is a 1968 Bsa B44 in Red with a 440cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1968 Bsa B44 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 8,481 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 B44 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UPA 169F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa B44 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 58 years old, this Bsa B44 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UPA 169F?

You can check the full history of UPA 169F by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UPA 169F registered?

UPA 169F is a 1968 Bsa B44, first registered on 25 March 1968.

Is UPA 169F safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPA 169F 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 UPA 169F have outstanding finance?

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