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HSJ 689

1959 Bsa C15

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,890 mi
Last recorded13,890 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2007
Typical for 1959 Bsa C1510,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSJ 689
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2007 13,890 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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HSJ 689 is a 1959 Bsa C15 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Bsa C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 10,129 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 HSJ 689, 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 67 years old, this Bsa C15 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HSJ 689 registered?

HSJ 689 is a 1959 Bsa C15, first registered on 16 May 1959.

Is HSJ 689 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSJ 689 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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