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136 XUD

1961 Velocette Viper

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,545 mi
Last recorded1,545 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1961 Velocette Viper25,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration136 XUD
MakeVelocette
ModelViper
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 1,545 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 1,544 miles

damping poor

Fail 14 Nov 2008 1,543 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 1,543 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 1,120 miles

slight movement in swinging arm bushes

Pass 1 Dec 2006 759 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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136 XUD is a 1961 Velocette Viper in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1961 Velocette Viper models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 25,098 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 Viper fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 136 XUD, 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 65 years old, this Velocette Viper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 136 XUD registered?

136 XUD is a 1961 Velocette Viper, first registered on 15 August 1961.

Is 136 XUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 136 XUD 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.

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