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WFO 804

1996 Bsa B31

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,204 mi
Last recorded15,204 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Bsa B317,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFO 804
MakeBsa
ModelB31
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2012 15,204 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 13,026 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Pass 28 May 2011 13,026 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 10,880 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 9,299 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 8,513 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 8,088 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 7,889 miles

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

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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WFO 804 is a 1996 Bsa B31 in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Bsa B31 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 7,264 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 B31 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WFO 804, 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 30 years old, this Bsa B31 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WFO 804?

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What year was WFO 804 registered?

WFO 804 is a 1996 Bsa B31, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is WFO 804 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFO 804 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WFO 804 have outstanding finance?

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