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TNV 919

1959 Bsa C15

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

33 mi
Last recorded33 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2010
Typical for 1959 Bsa C1510,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNV 919
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Sep 2010 33 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

front tyre soft

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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TNV 919 is a 1959 Bsa C15 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1959 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 10,129 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 TNV 919, 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 67 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 TNV 919 registered?

TNV 919 is a 1959 Bsa C15, first registered on 2 June 1959.

Is TNV 919 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNV 919 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TNV 919 have outstanding finance?

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