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536 XUP

1983 Bsa C15

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,878 mi
Last recorded2,878 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2011
Typical for 1983 Bsa C1515,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration536 XUP
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2011 2,878 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 2,867 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 28,623 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 28,616 miles

Inner Front Upper Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

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

Fail 23 Oct 2007 28,612 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 11 May 2006 28,495 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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536 XUP is a 1983 Bsa C15 in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 15,222 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 536 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 43 years old, this Bsa C15 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 536 XUP?

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What year was 536 XUP registered?

536 XUP is a 1983 Bsa C15, first registered on 15 August 1983.

Is 536 XUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 536 XUP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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