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ORL 794

1952 Velocette Mac

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,547 mi
Last recorded3,547 miles
Recorded on11 May 2010
Typical for 1952 Velocette Mac4,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORL 794
MakeVelocette
ModelMac
Year1952
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2010 3,547 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 May 2009 3,439 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 3,439 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 1,708 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 1,708 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 618 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 312 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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ORL 794 is a 1952 Velocette Mac in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1952 Velocette Mac models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 4,608 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 ORL 794, 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 74 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 ORL 794 registered?

ORL 794 is a 1952 Velocette Mac, first registered on 6 May 1952.

Is ORL 794 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORL 794 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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