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YRP 108

1961 Bsa B40

Red Petrol 343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,936 mi
Last recorded13,936 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1961 Bsa B4012,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRP 108
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine343cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 13,936 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 13,896 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 13,862 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Jul 2012 13,815 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 13,815 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 13,632 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 13,438 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 13,438 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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YRP 108 is a 1961 Bsa B40 in Red with a 343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1961 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 12,561 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 YRP 108, 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 65 years old, this Bsa B40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YRP 108?

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What year was YRP 108 registered?

YRP 108 is a 1961 Bsa B40, first registered on 15 June 1961.

Is YRP 108 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRP 108 shows 8 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 YRP 108 have outstanding finance?

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