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LXS 576

1950 Vincent Comet

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,418 mi
Last recorded5,418 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1950 Vincent Comet7,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLXS 576
MakeVincent
ModelComet
Year1950
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 5,418 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 4,713 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 4,529 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 4,492 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 4,379 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 30 Jul 2008 4,365 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 4,186 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear suspention slightly stiff.

slight damage to front tyre.

Pass 4 Aug 2006 3,633 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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LXS 576 is a 1950 Vincent Comet in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 LXS 576, 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 LXS 576 registered?

LXS 576 is a 1950 Vincent Comet, first registered on 26 September 1950.

Is LXS 576 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LXS 576 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LXS 576 have outstanding finance?

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