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VZ 2781

1958 Bsa C12

Maroon Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70 mi
Last recorded70 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2008
Typical for 1958 Bsa C1221,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVZ 2781
MakeBsa
ModelC12
Year1958
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2008 70 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 11 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 9 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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VZ 2781 is a 1958 Bsa C12 in Maroon with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1958 Bsa C12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 21,878 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 VZ 2781, 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 68 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 VZ 2781?

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What year was VZ 2781 registered?

VZ 2781 is a 1958 Bsa C12, first registered on 8 April 1958.

Is VZ 2781 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VZ 2781 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VZ 2781 have outstanding finance?

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