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959 UXF

1956 Bsa C12

Maroon Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

657 mi
Last recorded657 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2008
Typical for 1956 Bsa C129,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration959 UXF
MakeBsa
ModelC12
Year1956
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2008 657 miles

Rear wheel out of alignment.

Slight ply in front wheel bearings.

Front tyre cracking on side walls.

Oil leak

Rear brake play has free movement.

Very little damping on front suspension.

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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959 UXF is a 1956 Bsa C12 in Maroon with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1956 Bsa C12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.0% with a typical mileage of 9,875 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 959 UXF, 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 70 years old, this Bsa C12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 959 UXF registered?

959 UXF is a 1956 Bsa C12, first registered on 1 February 1956.

Is 959 UXF safe to buy?

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