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AFA 449A

1960 Bsa C15

Green Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,129 mi
Last recorded19,129 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 1960 Bsa C1515,721 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFA 449A
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1960
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 19,129 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 19,129 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 19,126 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 18,623 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 18,623 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 18,518 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 18,469 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 18,394 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 17,972 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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AFA 449A is a 1960 Bsa C15 in Green with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1960 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 15,721 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 AFA 449A, 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 66 years old, this Bsa C15 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFA 449A registered?

AFA 449A is a 1960 Bsa C15, first registered on 1 January 1960.

Is AFA 449A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFA 449A shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AFA 449A have outstanding finance?

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