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HSU 740

1988 Bsa C15

Red Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

874 mi
Last recorded874 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 1988 Bsa C153,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSU 740
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2015 874 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 784 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 414 miles

slight perishing on front and rear tyre side walls

Pass 29 Mar 2012 368 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 356 miles

Oil leak

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 330 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 311 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 287 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 262 miles

stand spring

Pass 20 Mar 2006 242 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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HSU 740 is a 1988 Bsa C15 in Red with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 3,661 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HSU 740, 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 38 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 HSU 740?

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What year was HSU 740 registered?

HSU 740 is a 1988 Bsa C15, first registered on 17 June 1988.

Is HSU 740 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSU 740 shows 10 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 HSU 740 have outstanding finance?

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