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AFB 978B

1964 Bsa C15

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,664 mi
Last recorded18,664 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2014
Typical for 1964 Bsa C1518,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFB 978B
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1964
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2014 18,664 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 18,586 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 18,546 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 18,467 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 18,472 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 18,264 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 18,264 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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AFB 978B is a 1964 Bsa C15 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1964 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 18,273 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 AFB 978B, 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 62 years old, this Bsa C15 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFB 978B?

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What year was AFB 978B registered?

AFB 978B is a 1964 Bsa C15, first registered on 14 April 1964.

Is AFB 978B safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFB 978B shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AFB 978B have outstanding finance?

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