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237 XUM

1982 Velocette Venom

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,772 mi
Last recorded11,772 miles
Recorded on11 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration237 XUM
MakeVelocette
ModelVenom
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2012 11,772 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 May 2011 11,568 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 May 2011 11,568 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 11,339 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 11,284 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 11,097 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 May 2008 11,097 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 11,052 miles

How Reliable is the Velocette Venom?

Based on 5,061 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

94.6%
Pass Rate
272
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
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237 XUM is a 1982 Velocette Venom in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Velocette Venom fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 237 XUM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Velocette Venom typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 44 years old, this Velocette Venom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 237 XUM registered?

237 XUM is a 1982 Velocette Venom, first registered on 4 November 1982.

Is 237 XUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 237 XUM 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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