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273 XUP

1960 Bsa C15

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,564 mi
Last recorded29,564 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 1960 Bsa C1515,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration273 XUP
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1960
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2017 29,564 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 29,497 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 29,330 miles

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

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 29,220 miles

Front tyre in poor condition.

Number plate digits undersize.

Throttle return slow.

Pass 5 Dec 2013 29,101 miles

Front tyre in poor condition.

Number plate digits undersize.

Throttle return slow.

Pass 9 Nov 2012 28,937 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 28,752 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 28,715 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 28,711 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 28,517 miles

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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273 XUP is a 1960 Bsa C15 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1960 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 15,721 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 273 XUP, 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 66 years old, this Bsa C15 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 273 XUP registered?

273 XUP is a 1960 Bsa C15, first registered on 22 April 1960.

Is 273 XUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 273 XUP shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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