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974 UXW

2008 Bsa C15

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,950 mi
Last recorded18,950 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2011
Typical for 2008 Bsa C151,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration974 UXW
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2011 18,950 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 18,935 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 18,813 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 18,808 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 18,789 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 18,789 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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974 UXW is a 2008 Bsa C15 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 1,726 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 974 UXW, 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 18 years old, this Bsa C15 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 974 UXW registered?

974 UXW is a 2008 Bsa C15, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is 974 UXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 974 UXW 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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