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517 XUU

1989 Bsa C15

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,234 mi
Last recorded30,234 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2014
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Vehicle Details

Registration517 XUU
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2014 30,234 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 30,234 miles

Chain guard missing

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 30,234 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Apr 2008 30,234 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 30,234 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 30,234 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 30,234 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

headlamp dim

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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517 XUU is a 1989 Bsa C15 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 517 XUU, 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 37 years old, this Bsa C15 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 517 XUU registered?

517 XUU is a 1989 Bsa C15, first registered on 17 April 1989.

Is 517 XUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 517 XUU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 517 XUU have outstanding finance?

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