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851 BWL

1957 Velocette Viper

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,170 mi
Last recorded1,170 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2008
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Vehicle Details

Registration851 BWL
MakeVelocette
ModelViper
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2008 1,170 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 1,166 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 1,124 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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851 BWL is a 1957 Velocette Viper in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 851 BWL, 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 69 years old, this Velocette Viper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 851 BWL registered?

851 BWL is a 1957 Velocette Viper, first registered on 1 May 1957.

Is 851 BWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 851 BWL shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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