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LXP 448

1952 Vincent Comet

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,243 mi
Last recorded5,243 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2011
Typical for 1952 Vincent Comet10,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLXP 448
MakeVincent
ModelComet
Year1952
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2011 5,243 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 5,243 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 5,173 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 4,909 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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LXP 448 is a 1952 Vincent Comet in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1952 Vincent Comet models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.2% with a typical mileage of 10,498 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 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 LXP 448, 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 74 years old, this Vincent Comet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LXP 448?

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What year was LXP 448 registered?

LXP 448 is a 1952 Vincent Comet, first registered on 31 December 1952.

Is LXP 448 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LXP 448 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LXP 448 have outstanding finance?

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