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XDH 263

1956 Bsa B31

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,877 mi
Last recorded46,877 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2009
Typical for 1956 Bsa B3117,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDH 263
MakeBsa
ModelB31
Year1956
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2009 46,877 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 46,858 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 46,766 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 46,719 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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XDH 263 is a 1956 Bsa B31 in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1956 Bsa B31 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.1% with a typical mileage of 17,248 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 XDH 263, 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 70 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 XDH 263?

You can check the full history of XDH 263 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XDH 263 registered?

XDH 263 is a 1956 Bsa B31, first registered on 1 June 1956.

Is XDH 263 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDH 263 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 XDH 263 have outstanding finance?

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