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YBA 833

1981 Bsa C15

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,409 mi
Last recorded3,409 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2006
Typical for 1981 Bsa C1519,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBA 833
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2006 3,409 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2005 3,353 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2005 3,353 miles

Front Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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YBA 833 is a 1981 Bsa C15 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 19,751 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 YBA 833, 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 45 years old, this Bsa C15 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YBA 833?

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What year was YBA 833 registered?

YBA 833 is a 1981 Bsa C15, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is YBA 833 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBA 833 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 YBA 833 have outstanding finance?

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