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AAS 266

1957 Bsa C12

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,842 mi
Last recorded25,842 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2011
Typical for 1957 Bsa C1219,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAS 266
MakeBsa
ModelC12
Year1957
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2011 25,842 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 25,751 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 25,723 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 25,687 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 25,618 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 25,618 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 25,467 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Dec 2005 15,136 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

front brake just meets minimum requirement

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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AAS 266 is a 1957 Bsa C12 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1957 Bsa C12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 19,280 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 C12 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AAS 266, 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 69 years old, this Bsa C12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AAS 266?

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What year was AAS 266 registered?

AAS 266 is a 1957 Bsa C12, first registered on 31 December 1957.

Is AAS 266 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAS 266 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AAS 266 have outstanding finance?

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