CarVerify

Free Car Check

170 XVM

1958 James Captain

Black Petrol 197cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

605 mi
Last recorded605 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
4 checks still locked for this James
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

Registration170 XVM
MakeJames
ModelCaptain
Year1958
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc
View full James Captain reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 605 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 18 Jun 2014 322 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

some rust over bike slight engine oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2014 322 miles

some rust over bike slight engine oil leak

How Reliable is the James Captain?

Based on 412 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

91.5%
Pass Rate
108
Miles/Year
147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 3
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 3
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
reflector on motorcycle missing 2
Full James Captain reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

170 XVM is a 1958 James Captain in Black with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a James Captain fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 170 XVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 170 XVM?

You can check the full history of 170 XVM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 170 XVM registered?

170 XVM is a 1958 James Captain, first registered on 28 July 1958.

Is 170 XVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 170 XVM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 170 XVM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on 170 XVM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.