Vincent Comet Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Vincent Comet reliable? We analysed 1,663 real MOT tests across 390 vehicles to find out.
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The Vincent Comet is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and horn not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vincent Comet.
Vincent Comet Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Vincent Comet. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Vincent Comet MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Vincent Comet to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Vincent Comet Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Vincent Comet fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Vincent Comet Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Vincent Comet owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Vincent Comet MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vincent Comet year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | 52 | 96.2% | 7,321 | 15,370 | 32,561 |
| 1953 | 88 | 97.7% | 1,545 | 5,822 | 10,406 |
| 1952 | 168 | 95.2% | 5,534 | 10,498 | 29,108 |
| 1951 | 475 | 93.1% | 2,635 | 8,000 | 23,305 |
| 1950 | 402 | 90.0% | 3,064 | 7,296 | 30,044 |
How Long Does a Vincent Comet Last?
Based on 390 Vincent Comet vehicles on UK roads.
Vincent Comet Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Vincent Comet MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Vincent Comet
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
97.7% MOT pass rate from 88 tests
90.0% MOT pass rate from 402 tests
The best year to buy a used Vincent Comet is 1953, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 97.7% across 88 tests. The 1950 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Vincent Comet Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vincent Comet THIS CAR | 92.7% | 1,663 | 8,144 mi | 76 yrs |
| Vincent Rapide | 95% | 1,545 | 12,490 mi | 79 yrs |
| Vincent Black Shadow | 94.2% | 773 | 13,284 mi | 76 yrs |
| Vauxhall Mokka Elite Edition Turbo | 89.1% | 2,740 | 23,530 mi | — yrs |
| Daelim Roadwin | 72.2% | 1,131 | 11,117 mi | 22 yrs |
Compared to the Vincent Rapide (95.0% pass rate) and the Vincent Black Shadow (94.2% pass rate), the Vincent Comet trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Vincent Comet has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.7% across 1,663 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Vincent Comet are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (8 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (7), and horn not working (4). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Vincent Comet owner drives around 286 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Vincent Comet models stay on UK roads for around 76 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.