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688 XUG

2001 Bsa B31

Maroon Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,286 mi
Last recorded2,286 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2013
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Vehicle Details

Registration688 XUG
MakeBsa
ModelB31
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2013 2,286 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 2,286 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 2,203 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 2,203 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 2,198 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 2,093 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 1,989 miles
Pass 19 May 2005 1,635 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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688 XUG is a 2001 Bsa B31 in Maroon 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 688 XUG, 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 25 years old, this Bsa B31 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 688 XUG registered?

688 XUG is a 2001 Bsa B31, first registered on 10 May 2001.

Is 688 XUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 688 XUG 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.

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