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159 BHA

2003 Bsa B31

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,013 mi
Last recorded28,013 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration159 BHA
MakeBsa
ModelB31
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2012 28,013 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 27,302 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 25,453 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 23,832 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 20,984 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 17,972 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 15,828 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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159 BHA is a 2003 Bsa B31 in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Bsa B31 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 159 BHA, 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 23 years old, this Bsa B31 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 159 BHA registered?

159 BHA is a 2003 Bsa B31, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is 159 BHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 159 BHA shows 7 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 159 BHA have outstanding finance?

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