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397 YTU

1990 Velocette Venom

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,942 mi
Last recorded7,942 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2010
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Vehicle Details

Registration397 YTU
MakeVelocette
ModelVenom
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2010 7,942 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 7,555 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 7,260 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 6,773 miles

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

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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397 YTU is a 1990 Velocette Venom in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 397 YTU, 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 36 years old, this Velocette Venom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 397 YTU?

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What year was 397 YTU registered?

397 YTU is a 1990 Velocette Venom, first registered on 4 May 1990.

Is 397 YTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 397 YTU shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 397 YTU have outstanding finance?

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