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TAX 820

1958 Velocette Viper

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,924 mi
Last recorded23,924 miles
Recorded on6 May 2011
Typical for 1958 Velocette Viper12,131 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAX 820
MakeVelocette
ModelViper
Year1958
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2011 23,924 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 22,847 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 22,146 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 21,602 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 21,070 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 20,536 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 6 May 2006 20,536 miles

Front Upper Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Upper Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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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TAX 820 is a 1958 Velocette Viper in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1958 Velocette Viper models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.3% with a typical mileage of 12,131 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 TAX 820, 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 68 years old, this Velocette Viper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TAX 820 registered?

TAX 820 is a 1958 Velocette Viper, first registered on 22 May 1958.

Is TAX 820 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAX 820 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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