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714 UXW

1960 Velocette Viper

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,468 mi
Last recorded54,468 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 1960 Velocette Viper14,114 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration714 UXW
MakeVelocette
ModelViper
Year1960
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2015 54,468 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 54,455 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 53,910 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 52,900 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 52,386 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 51,673 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 51,292 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 51,256 miles

Outer Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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714 UXW is a 1960 Velocette Viper in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1960 Velocette Viper models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.8% with a typical mileage of 14,114 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 714 UXW, 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 66 years old, this Velocette Viper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 714 UXW registered?

714 UXW is a 1960 Velocette Viper, first registered on 5 February 1960.

Is 714 UXW safe to buy?

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