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JOW 662

1978 Vincent Comet

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,691 mi
Last recorded8,691 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOW 662
MakeVincent
ModelComet
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2008 8,691 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 8,049 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

both front foot rest rubbers starting to split

Pass 29 Apr 2006 7,307 miles

slight oil leak from engine.

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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JOW 662 is a 1978 Vincent Comet in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JOW 662, 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 48 years old, this Vincent Comet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JOW 662 registered?

JOW 662 is a 1978 Vincent Comet, first registered on 24 November 1978.

Is JOW 662 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOW 662 shows 3 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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