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WSY 196

1998 Bsa C15

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

475 mi
Last recorded475 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Bsa C1511,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSY 196
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 475 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 461 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 444 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 382 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 207 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 204 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 204 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 1 Apr 2008 204 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 May 2007 40 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 20,748 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

fuel tank security marginal

slight contact of fork on fuel tank.Lockstops intact.

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 196 is a 1998 Bsa C15 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 11,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 196, 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 28 years old, this Bsa C15 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WSY 196 registered?

WSY 196 is a 1998 Bsa C15, first registered on 20 February 1998.

Is WSY 196 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSY 196 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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