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XMW 766A

1963 Velocette Venom

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,062 mi
Last recorded15,062 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2024
Typical for 1963 Velocette Venom13,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMW 766A
MakeVelocette
ModelVenom
Year1963
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2024 15,062 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2017 14,886 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 14,639 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 14,171 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 13,815 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 13,403 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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XMW 766A is a 1963 Velocette Venom in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Velocette Venom models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.8% with a typical mileage of 13,873 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 XMW 766A, 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 63 years old, this Velocette Venom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XMW 766A registered?

XMW 766A is a 1963 Velocette Venom, first registered on 26 March 1963.

Is XMW 766A safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMW 766A shows 6 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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