MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
1 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Oil leak
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Bsa B40?
Based on 3,385 MOT tests across 673 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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315 XVL is a 1962 Bsa B40 in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1962 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 10,496 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 315 XVL, 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 64 years old, this Bsa B40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of 315 XVL?
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What year was 315 XVL registered?
315 XVL is a 1962 Bsa B40, first registered on 1 June 1962.
Is 315 XVL safe to buy?
The MOT history for 315 XVL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 315 XVL have outstanding finance?
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