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OEP 712

1962 Bsa C15

Maroon Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,845 mi
Last recorded29,845 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1962 Bsa C1513,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEP 712
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1962
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 29,845 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 29,569 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 29,302 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 29,047 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

handlebars not fitted central

rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 2 Jul 2014 29,047 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Front Brake cable has a significantly damaged outer casing. (3.2.A1b) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

handlebars not fitted central

rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 2 May 2012 29,044 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 28,887 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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OEP 712 is a 1962 Bsa C15 in Maroon with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1962 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 13,172 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 OEP 712, 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 64 years old, this Bsa C15 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OEP 712 registered?

OEP 712 is a 1962 Bsa C15, first registered on 25 July 1962.

Is OEP 712 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEP 712 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 OEP 712 have outstanding finance?

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