MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
6,198 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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Oil leak
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Oil leak
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
How Reliable is the Bsa B40?
Based on 3,385 MOT tests across 673 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VHN 171F is a 1977 Bsa B40 in Green with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1977 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 8,454 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 VHN 171F, 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 49 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 VHN 171F?
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What year was VHN 171F registered?
VHN 171F is a 1977 Bsa B40, first registered on 1 September 1977.
Is VHN 171F safe to buy?
The MOT history for VHN 171F shows 4 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 VHN 171F have outstanding finance?
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