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ERE 55E

1981 Bsa C15

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,098 mi
Last recorded37,098 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 Bsa C1519,751 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERE 55E
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2019 37,098 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 37,098 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 36,710 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 36,680 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 36,680 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 36,454 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 36,320 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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ERE 55E is a 1981 Bsa C15 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 19,751 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 ERE 55E, 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 45 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 ERE 55E?

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What year was ERE 55E registered?

ERE 55E is a 1981 Bsa C15, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is ERE 55E safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERE 55E shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ERE 55E have outstanding finance?

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