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283 XVW

1958 Velocette Unknown

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

177 mi
Last recorded177 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
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Vehicle Details

Registration283 XVW
MakeVelocette
ModelUnknown
Year1958
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2022 177 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose two spokes slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Velocette Unknown?

Based on 322 MOT tests across 298 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
66
Year Lifespan
298
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. fouls forkegs 1
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 1
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1
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283 XVW is a 1958 Velocette Unknown in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Velocette Unknown fails its MOT is wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. fouls forkegs, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 283 XVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Velocette Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 68 years old, this Velocette Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 283 XVW registered?

283 XVW is a 1958 Velocette Unknown, first registered on 26 April 1958.

Is 283 XVW safe to buy?

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