CarVerify

Free Car Check

UMF 823

1950 Bsa A7

Black Petrol 500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,719 mi
Last recorded35,719 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1950 Bsa A724,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Bsa
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMF 823
MakeBsa
ModelA7
Year1950
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
View full Bsa A7 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 35,719 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 35,705 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 35,687 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 35,663 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 35,615 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 35,570 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 35,430 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 35,407 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 35,380 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 35,336 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 35,288 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 35,239 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 35,096 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 35,073 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 34,976 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 34,887 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 34,682 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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
Full Bsa A7 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

UMF 823 is a 1950 Bsa A7 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1950 Bsa A7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 98.9% with a typical mileage of 24,772 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UMF 823, 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 76 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 UMF 823?

You can check the full history of UMF 823 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UMF 823 registered?

UMF 823 is a 1950 Bsa A7, first registered on 11 January 1950.

Is UMF 823 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMF 823 shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UMF 823 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on UMF 823. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.