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558 APW

1961 Velocette Viper

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,551 mi
Last recorded9,551 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2016
Typical for 1961 Velocette Viper25,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration558 APW
MakeVelocette
ModelViper
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2016 9,551 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 10,751 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 10,749 miles

Front Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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558 APW is a 1961 Velocette Viper in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 558 APW, 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 558 APW registered?

558 APW is a 1961 Velocette Viper, first registered on 16 May 1961.

Is 558 APW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 558 APW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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