BSA 650

Black · Petrol · 1960 · 650 cc

DSL 245MOT history

DSL 245 is a black petrol BSA 650 first used on 17 Nov 1988. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 9,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
9,963 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DSL 245
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BSA
Model
650
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
650 cc
Year of manufacture
1960
First used
17 Nov 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DSL 245 was last recorded at 9,963 miles on 18 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
9,962 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 9,963 miles
  • 2025 – 9,962 miles
  • 2024 – 9,923 miles
  • 2023 – 9,888 miles
  • 2022 – 9,869 miles
  • 2021 – 9,837 miles
  • 2020 – 9,797 miles
  • 2019 – 9,734 miles
  • 2018 – 9,647 miles
  • 2017 – 9,622 miles
  • 2016 – 9,554 miles
  • 2015 – 9,476 miles
  • 2014 – 9,394 miles
  • 2013 – 9,184 miles
  • 2012 – 8,801 miles
  • 2011 – 8,331 miles
  • 2010 – 7,474 miles
  • 2009 – 6,618 miles
  • 2008 – 5,599 miles
  • 2007 – 4,025 miles
  • 2006 – 1,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass9,963 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass9,963 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    9,963 miles
    Test number
    457344955321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass9,962 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    9,962 miles
    Test number
    471219525297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass9,923 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    9,923 miles
    Test number
    198860295271
    • AdvisoryCentral Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm pin has slight wear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail9,923 miles (+35)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,923 miles
    Test number
    340730829938
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure excessive cracking to side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorDrive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn swing arm bush excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass9,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    9,888 miles
    Test number
    992278935954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail9,888 miles (+19)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,888 miles
    Test number
    506298235400
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass9,869 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    9,869 miles
    Test number
    552202446354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass9,837 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    9,837 miles
    Test number
    788672468091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass9,797 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    9,797 miles
    Test number
    887588063313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass9,734 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    9,734 miles
    Test number
    647874437864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass9,647 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    9,647 miles
    Test number
    638464323126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass9,622 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    9,622 miles
    Test number
    575796935169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass9,554 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    9,554 miles
    Test number
    649506929776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass9,476 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    9,476 miles
    Test number
    478226425167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass9,394 miles (+210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    9,394 miles
    Test number
    906946024194
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  16. Pass9,184 miles (+383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    9,184 miles
    Test number
    659737323140
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  17. Pass8,801 miles (+470)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    8,801 miles
    Test number
    488433122157
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  18. Pass8,331 miles (+857)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    8,331 miles
    Test number
    265690931177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass7,474 miles (+856)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    7,474 miles
    Test number
    421094420136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass6,618 miles (+1,019)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    6,618 miles
    Test number
    393817229187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass5,599 miles (+1,574)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    5,599 miles
    Test number
    832387528121
    • NoteRear tyre begining to crack
  22. Pass4,025 miles (+2,198)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    4,025 miles
    Test number
    234128927444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass1,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    1,827 miles
    Test number
    694783336160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DSL 245

What vehicle is registration DSL 245 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DSL 245 on a black petrol BSA 650 first used on 17 Nov 1988. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does DSL 245 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DSL 245 is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on DSL 245?
The MOT on DSL 245 is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DSL 245 done?
DSL 245 was recorded at 9,963 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 407 miles a year.
Has DSL 245 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DSL 245 has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2024.
Has the mileage on DSL 245 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on DSL 245 find?
DSL 245 passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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