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LBV 168

1959 Bsa C15

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153 mi
Last recorded153 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2010
Typical for 1959 Bsa C1510,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBV 168
MakeBsa
ModelC15
Year1959
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2010 153 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Oct 2009 130 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 14 Aug 2008 12 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 12 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 22 May 2007 3,632 miles

front tyre showing signs of perishing

no brake lights fitted (day time mot)

no front or rear postion lamps fitted (day time mot)

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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LBV 168 is a 1959 Bsa C15 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 LBV 168, 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

How do I check the history of LBV 168?

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What year was LBV 168 registered?

LBV 168 is a 1959 Bsa C15, first registered on 1 April 1959.

Is LBV 168 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBV 168 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LBV 168 have outstanding finance?

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