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NJV 233

1960 Velocette Viper

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,556 mi
Last recorded5,556 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 1960 Velocette Viper14,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Velocette
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJV 233
MakeVelocette
ModelViper
Year1960
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2015 5,556 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 5,368 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 5,205 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 4,858 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 4,355 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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NJV 233 is a 1960 Velocette Viper in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 NJV 233, 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 NJV 233 registered?

NJV 233 is a 1960 Velocette Viper, first registered on 12 March 1960.

Is NJV 233 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJV 233 shows 5 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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