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NKR 201

1951 Vincent Comet

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,023 mi
Last recorded1,023 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2012
Typical for 1951 Vincent Comet8,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKR 201
MakeVincent
ModelComet
Year1951
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2012 1,023 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 1,023 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 839 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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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NKR 201 is a 1951 Vincent Comet in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NKR 201, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NKR 201?

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What year was NKR 201 registered?

NKR 201 is a 1951 Vincent Comet, first registered on 19 May 1951.

Is NKR 201 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKR 201 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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