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BAS 215

1978 Bsa C15

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,315 mi
Last recorded9,315 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAS 215
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2017 9,315 miles

EXTENSIVE HEAVY OIL LEAKS

Pass 14 Oct 2016 9,280 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 9,259 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 9,131 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 9,067 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 8,851 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 8,402 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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BAS 215 is a 1978 Bsa C15 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BAS 215, 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 48 years old, this Bsa C15 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BAS 215?

You can check the full history of BAS 215 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BAS 215 registered?

BAS 215 is a 1978 Bsa C15, first registered on 20 September 1978.

Is BAS 215 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAS 215 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BAS 215 have outstanding finance?

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