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189 BWW

1962 Velocette Le

Grey Petrol 192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,059 mi
Last recorded39,059 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 1962 Velocette Le38,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration189 BWW
MakeVelocette
ModelLe
Year1962
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine192cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 39,059 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 39,010 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 38,959 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 38,827 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 38,650 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 38,600 miles

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 38,600 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 38,297 miles

How Reliable is the Velocette Le?

Based on 1,972 MOT tests across 507 vehicles.

92.6%
Pass Rate
117
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
507
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
Horn not working 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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189 BWW is a 1962 Velocette Le in Grey with a 192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1962 Velocette Le models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 38,600 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 Le fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 189 BWW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Velocette Le typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 64 years old, this Velocette Le is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 189 BWW registered?

189 BWW is a 1962 Velocette Le, first registered on 1 September 1962.

Is 189 BWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 189 BWW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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