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FDR 503

1950 Vincent Comet

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,319 mi
Last recorded25,319 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 1950 Vincent Comet7,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDR 503
MakeVincent
ModelComet
Year1950
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 25,319 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 24,902 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 29 Jul 2014 24,884 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 24,884 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 23,300 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 21,492 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 21,328 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 20,475 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 20,327 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 2,027 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 20,174 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 20,142 miles

How Reliable is the Vincent Comet?

Based on 1,663 MOT tests across 390 vehicles.

92.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
390
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Horn not working 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 4
All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
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FDR 503 is a 1950 Vincent Comet in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1950 Vincent Comet models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 7,296 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vincent Comet fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FDR 503, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vincent Comet typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 76 years old, this Vincent Comet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FDR 503 registered?

FDR 503 is a 1950 Vincent Comet, first registered on 14 April 1950.

Is FDR 503 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDR 503 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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