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PXR 146

1955 Velocette Venom

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,941 mi
Last recorded1,941 miles
Recorded on16 May 2012
Typical for 1955 Velocette Venom23,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPXR 146
MakeVelocette
ModelVenom
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 May 2012 1,941 miles

Daylight use only

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Apr 2011 1,325 miles

Daylight use only

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Apr 2010 1,213 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Feb 2008 1,105 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 1,002 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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PXR 146 is a 1955 Velocette Venom in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1955 Velocette Venom models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 23,245 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 PXR 146, 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 71 years old, this Velocette Venom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PXR 146 registered?

PXR 146 is a 1955 Velocette Venom, first registered on 25 February 1955.

Is PXR 146 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PXR 146 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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