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TSL 188

2000 Velocette Venom

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,068 mi
Last recorded3,068 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSL 188
MakeVelocette
ModelVenom
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2008 3,068 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 2,836 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

decompression cable melting on cylinder head and exhaust header

Fail 6 Nov 2006 2,836 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

decompression cable melting on cylinder head and exhaust header

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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TSL 188 is a 2000 Velocette Venom in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 TSL 188, 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 26 years old, this Velocette Venom is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TSL 188 registered?

TSL 188 is a 2000 Velocette Venom, first registered on 1 November 2000.

Is TSL 188 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSL 188 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TSL 188 have outstanding finance?

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