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183 XWG

1954 Bsa C12

Maroon Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,853 mi
Last recorded8,853 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2011
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Vehicle Details

Registration183 XWG
MakeBsa
ModelC12
Year1954
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2011 8,853 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 8,853 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 8,384 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 7,477 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 6,863 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 May 2007 6,421 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 6,295 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa C12?

Based on 545 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

93.2%
Pass Rate
172
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
wheel bearings have excessive free play 3
Footrest insecure 3
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 3
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 3
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183 XWG is a 1954 Bsa C12 in Maroon with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Bsa C12 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 183 XWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa C12 typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 72 years old, this Bsa C12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 183 XWG?

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What year was 183 XWG registered?

183 XWG is a 1954 Bsa C12, first registered on 31 December 1954.

Is 183 XWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 183 XWG shows 7 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 183 XWG have outstanding finance?

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