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EFD 981B

1964 Bsa C15

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,843 mi
Last recorded4,843 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 1964 Bsa C1518,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFD 981B
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1964
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 4,843 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 4,725 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 4,491 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 4,475 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 4,475 miles

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 4,431 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 4,403 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 4,403 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 23,309 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 23,306 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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EFD 981B is a 1964 Bsa C15 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EFD 981B, 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 EFD 981B?

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What year was EFD 981B registered?

EFD 981B is a 1964 Bsa C15, first registered on 20 August 1964.

Is EFD 981B safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFD 981B shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EFD 981B have outstanding finance?

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