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SSU 711

1989 Velocette Venom

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,491 mi
Last recorded5,491 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSU 711
MakeVelocette
ModelVenom
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2020 5,491 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 5,337 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 5,234 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 5,171 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 5,114 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 4,927 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 4,898 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 4,892 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 4,813 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 4,760 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 4,706 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 4,688 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 4,587 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 4,500 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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SSU 711 is a 1989 Velocette Venom in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SSU 711, 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 37 years old, this Velocette Venom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SSU 711 registered?

SSU 711 is a 1989 Velocette Venom, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is SSU 711 safe to buy?

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