MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
95,578 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Oil leak
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
How Reliable is the Velocette Mss?
Based on 1,214 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VAL 494 is a 1956 Velocette Mss in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1956 Velocette Mss models, the average MOT pass rate is 98.8% with a typical mileage of 6,165 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 VAL 494, 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 70 years old, this Velocette Mss is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of VAL 494?
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What year was VAL 494 registered?
VAL 494 is a 1956 Velocette Mss, first registered on 6 June 1956.
Is VAL 494 safe to buy?
The MOT history for VAL 494 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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