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MCY 523C

1965 Velocette Thruxton

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,518 mi
Last recorded10,518 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1965 Velocette Thruxton5,867 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCY 523C
MakeVelocette
ModelThruxton
Year1965
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2017 10,518 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 10,496 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 10,445 miles

How Reliable is the Velocette Thruxton?

Based on 578 MOT tests across 119 vehicles.

95.3%
Pass Rate
210
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 1
Steering lock stop ineffective 1
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 1
Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play 1
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MCY 523C is a 1965 Velocette Thruxton in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Velocette Thruxton models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.4% with a typical mileage of 5,867 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Velocette Thruxton fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MCY 523C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Velocette Thruxton typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 61 years old, this Velocette Thruxton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MCY 523C?

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What year was MCY 523C registered?

MCY 523C is a 1965 Velocette Thruxton, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is MCY 523C safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCY 523C shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MCY 523C have outstanding finance?

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