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ESJ 740

1960 Velocette Mac

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

18,615 mi
Last recorded18,615 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1960 Velocette Mac17,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESJ 740
MakeVelocette
ModelMac
Year1960
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 18,615 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 18,181 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 17,886 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 17,886 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 17,516 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 17,167 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 15,782 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 14,842 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 14,023 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 12,325 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 11,169 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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ESJ 740 is a 1960 Velocette Mac in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1960 Velocette Mac models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.5% with a typical mileage of 17,886 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 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 ESJ 740, 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 66 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 ESJ 740 registered?

ESJ 740 is a 1960 Velocette Mac, first registered on 29 September 1960.

Is ESJ 740 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESJ 740 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESJ 740 have outstanding finance?

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