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VYW 522

1956 Bsa C12

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,959 mi
Last recorded29,959 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2012
Typical for 1956 Bsa C129,875 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYW 522
MakeBsa
ModelC12
Year1956
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2012 29,959 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 29,959 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Bsa C12?

Based on 545 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

93.2%
Pass Rate
172
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
wheel bearings have excessive free play 3
Footrest insecure 3
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 3
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 3
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VYW 522 is a 1956 Bsa C12 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1956 Bsa C12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.0% with a typical mileage of 9,875 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 C12 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VYW 522, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa C12 typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 70 years old, this Bsa C12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VYW 522?

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What year was VYW 522 registered?

VYW 522 is a 1956 Bsa C12, first registered on 30 December 1956.

Is VYW 522 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYW 522 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VYW 522 have outstanding finance?

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