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NSL 293

1957 Bsa A7

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,423 mi
Last recorded44,423 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 1957 Bsa A76,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSL 293
MakeBsa
ModelA7
Year1957
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 44,423 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 1,550 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 1,361 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 1,355 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 1,305 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 317 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 317 miles

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Upper Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

How Reliable is the Bsa A7?

Based on 3,378 MOT tests across 680 vehicles.

92.9%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
680
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7
Horn not working 7
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NSL 293 is a 1957 Bsa A7 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1957 Bsa A7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 6,406 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 A7 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NSL 293, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa A7 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 69 years old, this Bsa A7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NSL 293?

You can check the full history of NSL 293 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NSL 293 registered?

NSL 293 is a 1957 Bsa A7, first registered on 31 December 1957.

Is NSL 293 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSL 293 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NSL 293 have outstanding finance?

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