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XFM 630

1955 Velocette Venom

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

52,499 mi
Last recorded52,499 miles
Recorded on25 May 2011
Typical for 1955 Velocette Venom23,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFM 630
MakeVelocette
ModelVenom
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2011 52,499 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 52,499 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Fail 26 May 2010 52,248 miles

Front Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Pass 26 May 2010 52,248 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 51,591 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 51,591 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2008 51,108 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 51,108 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Fail 29 May 2007 49,882 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 29 May 2007 49,882 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 48,501 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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XFM 630 is a 1955 Velocette Venom in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XFM 630, 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 XFM 630 registered?

XFM 630 is a 1955 Velocette Venom, first registered on 2 July 1955.

Is XFM 630 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFM 630 shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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