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616 EKP

1959 Velocette Venom

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,602 mi
Last recorded57,602 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2011
Typical for 1959 Velocette Venom20,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration616 EKP
MakeVelocette
ModelVenom
Year1959
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2011 57,602 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 57,279 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 57,116 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 56,720 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 56,711 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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616 EKP is a 1959 Velocette Venom in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Velocette Venom models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.2% with a typical mileage of 20,492 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 616 EKP, 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 67 years old, this Velocette Venom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 616 EKP registered?

616 EKP is a 1959 Velocette Venom, first registered on 2 February 1959.

Is 616 EKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 616 EKP shows 5 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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