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81 JYC

1983 Velocette Viper

Green Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

12,937 mi
Last recorded12,937 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
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Vehicle Details

Registration81 JYC
MakeVelocette
ModelViper
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 12,937 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 12,051 miles

Daylight MOT only, No lights fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2013 1,421 miles

Daylight MOT only, No lights fitted

Pass 23 May 2012 962 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 503 miles

day time mot only used during day light hours anb not at times of seriously reduced visability

Fail 30 Apr 2010 403 miles

Floor brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.C1b)

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Front Braking system does not have an approriate system/s fitted according to its age (3.1.1)

Fail 28 Apr 2010 382 miles

Front Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

no lights fitted also bulb horn fitted

Fail 31 Aug 2006 355 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

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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81 JYC is a 1983 Velocette Viper in Green with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 81 JYC, 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 43 years old, this Velocette Viper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 81 JYC?

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What year was 81 JYC registered?

81 JYC is a 1983 Velocette Viper, first registered on 19 October 1983.

Is 81 JYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 81 JYC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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