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ELD 850C

1965 Velocette Viper

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,569 mi
Last recorded30,569 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 1965 Velocette Viper21,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELD 850C
MakeVelocette
ModelViper
Year1965
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2019 30,569 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 29,477 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 28,870 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 27,841 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 27,138 miles

rear tyre starting to crack/perish but not exposing ply/cord

Pass 27 May 2014 25,987 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 24,900 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 23,909 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 22,826 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 21,577 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 20,836 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 20,424 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 20,297 miles

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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ELD 850C is a 1965 Velocette Viper in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Velocette Viper models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 21,947 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ELD 850C, 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 61 years old, this Velocette Viper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ELD 850C registered?

ELD 850C is a 1965 Velocette Viper, first registered on 6 April 1965.

Is ELD 850C safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELD 850C shows 13 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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