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405 XUA

1957 Bsa C12

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,799 mi
Last recorded29,799 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2008
Typical for 1957 Bsa C1219,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration405 XUA
MakeBsa
ModelC12
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2008 29,799 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 29,799 miles

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 29,137 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 28,478 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 28,478 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

spokes on wheels rusty and getting thin

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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405 XUA is a 1957 Bsa C12 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1957 Bsa C12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 19,280 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 C12 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 405 XUA, 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 69 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 405 XUA?

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What year was 405 XUA registered?

405 XUA is a 1957 Bsa C12, first registered on 18 October 1957.

Is 405 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 405 XUA shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 405 XUA have outstanding finance?

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