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473 UXK

1960 Bsa C15

Maroon Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,044 mi
Last recorded6,044 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2012
Typical for 1960 Bsa C1515,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration473 UXK
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1960
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2012 6,044 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 5,821 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 5,765 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 5,551 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 5,551 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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473 UXK is a 1960 Bsa C15 in Maroon with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 473 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 66 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 473 UXK?

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What year was 473 UXK registered?

473 UXK is a 1960 Bsa C15, first registered on 26 February 1960.

Is 473 UXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 473 UXK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 473 UXK have outstanding finance?

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