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UPM 39H

1970 Bsa B25

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62 mi
Last recorded62 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 1970 Bsa B258,837 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPM 39H
MakeBsa
ModelB25
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 62 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 39 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 11 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 11 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 29,715 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 2,971 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 26 Oct 2006 2,971 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2005 29,447 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

How Reliable is the Bsa B25?

Based on 955 MOT tests across 199 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
149
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
199
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute 7
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 3
Horn not working 3
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UPM 39H is a 1970 Bsa B25 in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 Bsa B25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 8,837 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 B25 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UPM 39H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa B25 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 56 years old, this Bsa B25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UPM 39H?

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What year was UPM 39H registered?

UPM 39H is a 1970 Bsa B25, first registered on 6 January 1970.

Is UPM 39H safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPM 39H 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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