MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
15,395 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
How Reliable is the Vincent Comet?
Based on 1,663 MOT tests across 390 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LYW 422 is a 1951 Vincent Comet in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1951 Vincent Comet models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 8,000 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 LYW 422, 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 75 years old, this Vincent Comet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was LYW 422 registered?
LYW 422 is a 1951 Vincent Comet, first registered on 2 May 1951.
Is LYW 422 safe to buy?
The MOT history for LYW 422 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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