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1957 BSA Unknown 0.5L Petrol · 253 UYL

253 UYL

1957 BSA Unknown (0.5L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1957. Recorded mileage 7,985 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
BSA UNKNOWN
Year / Origin
1957
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 02/06/2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
7,985 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 02/06/2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1957
Engine
500cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

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.

253 UYL Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2024
  • 7,985 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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253 UYL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 14:56
MOT Analysis

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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1957 Bsa Unknown (253 UYL) between June 2024 and June 2024.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.

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