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GCP 243E

1967 Bsa B40

Blue Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,519 mi
Last recorded23,519 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 1967 Bsa B405,775 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCP 243E
MakeBsa
ModelB40
Year1967
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 23,519 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 23,519 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 23,438 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 23,438 miles

Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 23,388 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 23,353 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 43,320 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 43,320 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 23,314 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 23,292 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 23,292 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 23,260 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 23,260 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Fail 17 Sep 2010 23,210 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 23,210 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 23,126 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 23,053 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 23,053 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 23,032 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Sep 2006 22,967 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 22,883 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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GCP 243E is a 1967 Bsa B40 in Blue with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1967 Bsa B40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.3% with a typical mileage of 5,775 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 GCP 243E, 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 59 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 GCP 243E registered?

GCP 243E is a 1967 Bsa B40, first registered on 31 December 1967.

Is GCP 243E safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCP 243E shows 21 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.

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