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KRV 649

1955 Bsa B31

Maroon Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,242 mi
Last recorded20,242 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2010
Typical for 1955 Bsa B3130,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRV 649
MakeBsa
ModelB31
Year1955
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2010 20,242 miles

front tyre walls has some cracking

Fail 14 Jul 2010 20,242 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

front tyre walls has some cracking

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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KRV 649 is a 1955 Bsa B31 in Maroon with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1955 Bsa B31 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.2% with a typical mileage of 30,815 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 B31 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KRV 649, 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 71 years old, this Bsa B31 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KRV 649?

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What year was KRV 649 registered?

KRV 649 is a 1955 Bsa B31, first registered on 15 April 1955.

Is KRV 649 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRV 649 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KRV 649 have outstanding finance?

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