Official DVLA Record

1957 BSA UNKNOWN0.5L Petrol

253 UYL

With 7,985 miles recorded, this Green 1957 BSA UNKNOWN runs on Petrol with a 500cc engine. MOT is not on record and tax is unpaid.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 03/06/2025
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1957
Engine
500cc
Mechanical Assessment
The 1957 BSA motorcycle shows a stable roadworthiness status. The most recent DVSA test on 4 June 2024 at 7,985 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded. This single clean result indicates the vehicle presented in a sound condition at that time, with no advisories or failures logged in the supplied history. Recorded mileage stands at 7,985 miles against an approximate 69-year age, equating to roughly 116 miles per year. The MOT file contains only the 2024 entry, so no earlier tests or gaps are visible. Such low annual use over nearly seven decades suggests long periods of storage or very light running, though standing time can allow corrosion and perished rubber to develop unseen. A buyer should still inspect the machine in person despite the clean pass. The 2024 tester raised no concerns on brakes, suspension, or structure, but a vehicle of this age demands checks on wheel bearings, fork seals, control cables, and frame integrity for rust. Tyres and fuel lines may have hardened through disuse. Given the sparse record, the 2024 result offers limited insight into prior ownership care. Prospective purchasers should commission a marque specialist to verify engine compression, electrical condition, and originality before commitment.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Mechanic's Historical Review
The 1957 BSA motorcycle shows a stable roadworthiness status. The most recent DVSA test on 4 June 2024 at 7,985 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded. This single clean result indicates the vehicle presented in a sound condition at that time, with no advisories or failures logged in the supplied history. Recorded mileage stands at 7,985 miles against an approximate 69-year age, equating to roughly 116 miles per year. The MOT file contains only the 2024 entry, so no earlier tests or gaps are visible. Such low annual use over nearly seven decades suggests long periods of storage or very light running, though standing time can allow corrosion and perished rubber to develop unseen. A buyer should still inspect the machine in person despite the clean pass. The 2024 tester raised no concerns on brakes, suspension, or structure, but a vehicle of this age demands checks on wheel bearings, fork seals, control cables, and frame integrity for rust. Tyres and fuel lines may have hardened through disuse. Given the sparse record, the 2024 result offers limited insight into prior ownership care. Prospective purchasers should commission a marque specialist to verify engine compression, electrical condition, and originality before commitment.
MOT Test History Overview

Our records for this Bsa Unknown (253 UYL) from 1957 show a total of 1 MOT test between June 2024 and June 2024.

With 1 passes and 0 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 100%. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

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