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LXY 31

1951 Vincent Rapide

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,583 mi
Last recorded41,583 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2011
Typical for 1951 Vincent Rapide8,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLXY 31
MakeVincent
ModelRapide
Year1951
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2011 41,583 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 41,243 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 40,835 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 40,276 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 39,631 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 39,003 miles

How Reliable is the Vincent Rapide?

Based on 1,545 MOT tests across 347 vehicles.

95.0%
Pass Rate
429
Miles/Year
79
Year Lifespan
347
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
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LXY 31 is a 1951 Vincent Rapide in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1951 Vincent Rapide models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 8,478 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vincent Rapide fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LXY 31, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vincent Rapide typically stays on UK roads for around 79 years. At 75 years old, this Vincent Rapide is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LXY 31?

You can check the full history of LXY 31 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LXY 31 registered?

LXY 31 is a 1951 Vincent Rapide, first registered on 5 April 1951.

Is LXY 31 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LXY 31 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LXY 31 have outstanding finance?

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