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266 UXK

1959 Bsa C15

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,345 mi
Last recorded33,345 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2011
Typical for 1959 Bsa C1510,129 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration266 UXK
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2011 33,345 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 4 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 22,807 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Fail 27 Oct 2010 22,807 miles

Front Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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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266 UXK is a 1959 Bsa C15 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 266 UXK, 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 266 UXK?

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What year was 266 UXK registered?

266 UXK is a 1959 Bsa C15, first registered on 20 March 1959.

Is 266 UXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 266 UXK shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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