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385 VFM

1961 Velocette Venom

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,520 mi
Last recorded3,520 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1961 Velocette Venom11,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration385 VFM
MakeVelocette
ModelVenom
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2018 3,520 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 2,627 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 1,536 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 6 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 141 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 132 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 115 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 9 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 40,697 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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385 VFM is a 1961 Velocette Venom in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Velocette Venom models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.0% with a typical mileage of 11,820 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 385 VFM, 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 65 years old, this Velocette Venom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 385 VFM registered?

385 VFM is a 1961 Velocette Venom, first registered on 1 June 1961.

Is 385 VFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 385 VFM shows 9 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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