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RCE 284

1957 Velocette Mss

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,305 mi
Last recorded13,305 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2012
Typical for 1957 Velocette Mss10,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCE 284
MakeVelocette
ModelMss
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2012 13,305 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 12,730 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 12,348 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 6 Oct 2009 12,345 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 10,946 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 10,542 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 21,317 miles

How Reliable is the Velocette Mss?

Based on 1,214 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

95.2%
Pass Rate
294
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 2
Horn not working 1
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 1
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RCE 284 is a 1957 Velocette Mss in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1957 Velocette Mss models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 10,676 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 Mss fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RCE 284, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Velocette Mss typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 69 years old, this Velocette Mss is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RCE 284 registered?

RCE 284 is a 1957 Velocette Mss, first registered on 10 January 1957.

Is RCE 284 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCE 284 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.

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