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236 XUX

1988 Bsa B31

Green Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

822 mi
Last recorded822 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2014
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Vehicle Details

Registration236 XUX
MakeBsa
ModelB31
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2014 822 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 597 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 10,341 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 10,341 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 10,319 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 10,318 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 10,314 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 10,314 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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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236 XUX is a 1988 Bsa B31 in Green with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Bsa B31 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 236 XUX, 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 38 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 236 XUX?

You can check the full history of 236 XUX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 236 XUX registered?

236 XUX is a 1988 Bsa B31, first registered on 22 April 1988.

Is 236 XUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 236 XUX 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 236 XUX have outstanding finance?

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