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CHN 411B

1964 Bsa B40

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,627 mi
Last recorded18,627 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2017
Typical for 1964 Bsa B4016,855 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHN 411B
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1964
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2017 18,627 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Apr 2017 18,267 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 18,616 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 18,324 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 18,324 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 17,991 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 17,991 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 17,991 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 17,572 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 16,496 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 16,355 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 15,873 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 14,834 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2006 14,342 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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CHN 411B is a 1964 Bsa B40 in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1964 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 16,855 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 CHN 411B, 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 62 years old, this Bsa B40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CHN 411B registered?

CHN 411B is a 1964 Bsa B40, first registered on 6 October 1964.

Is CHN 411B safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHN 411B shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CHN 411B have outstanding finance?

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