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PTY 26

1959 Velocette Viper

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,668 mi
Last recorded26,668 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 1959 Velocette Viper19,073 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTY 26
MakeVelocette
ModelViper
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2013 26,668 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 26,661 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 26,653 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 26,637 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 26,624 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 26,617 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 15 May 2008 26,610 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 26,602 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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PTY 26 is a 1959 Velocette Viper in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1959 Velocette Viper models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 19,073 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 PTY 26, 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 67 years old, this Velocette Viper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PTY 26?

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What year was PTY 26 registered?

PTY 26 is a 1959 Velocette Viper, first registered on 8 July 1959.

Is PTY 26 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTY 26 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PTY 26 have outstanding finance?

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