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120 XVJ

1959 Bsa C12

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,657 mi
Last recorded52,657 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration120 XVJ
MakeBsa
ModelC12
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2012 52,657 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 52,654 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 52,635 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 52,563 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 52,482 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 52,394 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 52,252 miles

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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120 XVJ is a 1959 Bsa C12 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 120 XVJ, 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 67 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 120 XVJ?

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What year was 120 XVJ registered?

120 XVJ is a 1959 Bsa C12, first registered on 14 February 1959.

Is 120 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 120 XVJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 120 XVJ have outstanding finance?

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