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WWA 261F

2005 Bsa B40

Silver Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31 mi
Last recorded31 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWA 261F
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2016 31 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 48 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 31 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 18 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 18 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 15 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 1 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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WWA 261F is a 2005 Bsa B40 in Silver with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WWA 261F, 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 21 years old, this Bsa B40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WWA 261F registered?

WWA 261F is a 2005 Bsa B40, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is WWA 261F safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWA 261F shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WWA 261F have outstanding finance?

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