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202 UYJ

1959 Bsa C15

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,581 mi
Last recorded12,581 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2014
Typical for 1959 Bsa C1510,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration202 UYJ
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1959
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2014 12,581 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 9,535 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 24 May 2011 9,483 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 9,483 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 9,476 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 9,451 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

How Reliable is the Bsa C15?

Based on 6,096 MOT tests across 1,398 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
101
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Horn not working 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 21
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202 UYJ is a 1959 Bsa C15 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1959 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 10,129 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 C15 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 202 UYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa C15 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 67 years old, this Bsa C15 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 202 UYJ?

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What year was 202 UYJ registered?

202 UYJ is a 1959 Bsa C15, first registered on 14 September 1959.

Is 202 UYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 202 UYJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 202 UYJ have outstanding finance?

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