CarVerify

Free Car Check

VUV 54G

1968 Velocette Le

Red Petrol 200cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,948 mi
Last recorded4,948 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1968 Velocette Le20,085 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Velocette
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUV 54G
MakeVelocette
ModelLe
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc
View full Velocette Le reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2015 4,948 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 4,948 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 4,634 miles

front and rear tyres starting to deteriorate/crack

Pass 25 Mar 2010 4,531 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

front brake requires adjustment

Pass 30 Mar 2009 4,204 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 3,885 miles

How Reliable is the Velocette Le?

Based on 1,972 MOT tests across 507 vehicles.

92.6%
Pass Rate
117
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
507
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
Horn not working 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
Full Velocette Le reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VUV 54G is a 1968 Velocette Le in Red with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1968 Velocette Le models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 20,085 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Velocette Le fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VUV 54G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Velocette Le typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 58 years old, this Velocette Le is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VUV 54G?

You can check the full history of VUV 54G by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VUV 54G registered?

VUV 54G is a 1968 Velocette Le, first registered on 1 November 1968.

Is VUV 54G safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUV 54G shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VUV 54G have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VUV 54G. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.