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346 BYV

1961 Velocette Viper

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,898 mi
Last recorded60,898 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 1961 Velocette Viper25,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration346 BYV
MakeVelocette
ModelViper
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 60,898 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 57,871 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 57,871 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 54,150 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 48,035 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 45,758 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 45,758 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2011 43,729 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 41,904 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 39,939 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 37,923 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 36,452 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 34,745 miles

How Reliable is the Velocette Viper?

Based on 2,009 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

94.3%
Pass Rate
255
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 4
Brake cable badly frayed 2
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 2
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 2
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346 BYV is a 1961 Velocette Viper in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1961 Velocette Viper models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 25,098 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 Viper fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 346 BYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Velocette Viper typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 65 years old, this Velocette Viper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 346 BYV registered?

346 BYV is a 1961 Velocette Viper, first registered on 15 May 1961.

Is 346 BYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 346 BYV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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