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390 BTW

1955 Velocette Mac

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,889 mi
Last recorded51,889 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2011
Typical for 1955 Velocette Mac21,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration390 BTW
MakeVelocette
ModelMac
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2011 51,889 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 51,799 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 51,644 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 51,435 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 51,391 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 51,263 miles

How Reliable is the Velocette Mac?

Based on 1,533 MOT tests across 365 vehicles.

92.8%
Pass Rate
211
Miles/Year
78
Year Lifespan
365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
Horn not working 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 5
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390 BTW is a 1955 Velocette Mac in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1955 Velocette Mac models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.0% with a typical mileage of 21,777 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Velocette Mac fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 390 BTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Velocette Mac typically stays on UK roads for around 78 years. At 71 years old, this Velocette Mac is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 390 BTW registered?

390 BTW is a 1955 Velocette Mac, first registered on 31 December 1955.

Is 390 BTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 390 BTW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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