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749 KJO

1961 Bsa B40

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,609 mi
Last recorded20,609 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2007
Typical for 1961 Bsa B4012,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration749 KJO
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Nov 2007 20,609 miles

Oil leak

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 20,609 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2005 20,449 miles

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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749 KJO is a 1961 Bsa B40 in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 749 KJO, 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 749 KJO?

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What year was 749 KJO registered?

749 KJO is a 1961 Bsa B40, first registered on 7 February 1961.

Is 749 KJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 749 KJO shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 749 KJO have outstanding finance?

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