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502 DPG

1957 Velocette Venom

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,649 mi
Last recorded21,649 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 1957 Velocette Venom16,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration502 DPG
MakeVelocette
ModelVenom
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2012 21,649 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 21,511 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 20,321 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 18,972 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 18,177 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 17,418 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2007 17,418 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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502 DPG is a 1957 Velocette Venom in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1957 Velocette Venom models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.1% with a typical mileage of 16,570 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 Venom fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 502 DPG, 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 69 years old, this Velocette Venom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 502 DPG registered?

502 DPG is a 1957 Velocette Venom, first registered on 16 July 1957.

Is 502 DPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 502 DPG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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