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WSY 172

1997 Bsa C15

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,563 mi
Last recorded5,563 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Bsa C159,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSY 172
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2015 5,563 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 4,801 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 4,271 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 4,106 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 3,399 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 3,267 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

Fail 27 Oct 2006 3,267 miles

Battery insecure

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Nov 2005 2,458 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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WSY 172 is a 1997 Bsa C15 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 9,069 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 WSY 172, 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 29 years old, this Bsa C15 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WSY 172?

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What year was WSY 172 registered?

WSY 172 is a 1997 Bsa C15, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is WSY 172 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSY 172 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WSY 172 have outstanding finance?

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