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XFU 382

1960 Velocette Viper

Red Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,658 mi
Last recorded31,658 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 1960 Velocette Viper14,114 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFU 382
MakeVelocette
ModelViper
Year1960
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 31,658 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 31,099 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 30,837 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 30,470 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 30,470 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 30,184 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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XFU 382 is a 1960 Velocette Viper in Red with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1960 Velocette Viper models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.8% with a typical mileage of 14,114 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 XFU 382, 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 66 years old, this Velocette Viper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XFU 382 registered?

XFU 382 is a 1960 Velocette Viper, first registered on 31 December 1960.

Is XFU 382 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFU 382 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XFU 382 have outstanding finance?

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