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653 XWD

1962 Velocette Unknown

Grey Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

27,382 mi
Last recorded27,382 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2024
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Vehicle Details

Registration653 XWD
MakeVelocette
ModelUnknown
Year1962
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2024 27,382 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2024 27,373 miles

Front Steering linkage component insecure to the motorcycle structure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Velocette Unknown?

Based on 322 MOT tests across 298 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
66
Year Lifespan
298
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. fouls forkegs 1
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 1
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1
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653 XWD is a 1962 Velocette Unknown in Grey with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Velocette Unknown fails its MOT is wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. fouls forkegs, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 653 XWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Velocette Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 64 years old, this Velocette Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 653 XWD registered?

653 XWD is a 1962 Velocette Unknown, first registered on 31 January 1962.

Is 653 XWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 653 XWD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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