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MLP 296

1951 Vincent Rapide

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21 mi
Last recorded21 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2011
Typical for 1951 Vincent Rapide8,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLP 296
MakeVincent
ModelRapide
Year1951
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2011 21 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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MLP 296 is a 1951 Vincent Rapide in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 MLP 296, 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.

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What year was MLP 296 registered?

MLP 296 is a 1951 Vincent Rapide, first registered on 9 October 1951.

Is MLP 296 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLP 296 shows 1 test 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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