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BFA 877

1959 Velocette Venom

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,183 mi
Last recorded1,183 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 1959 Velocette Venom20,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFA 877
MakeVelocette
ModelVenom
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2015 1,183 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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BFA 877 is a 1959 Velocette Venom in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 BFA 877, 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.

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What year was BFA 877 registered?

BFA 877 is a 1959 Velocette Venom, first registered on 3 August 1959.

Is BFA 877 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFA 877 shows 1 test 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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