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PXD 215

1955 Vincent Rapide

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,921 mi
Last recorded71,921 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2007
Typical for 1955 Vincent Rapide17,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPXD 215
MakeVincent
ModelRapide
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2007 71,921 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 71,921 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 71,729 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 71,370 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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PXD 215 is a 1955 Vincent Rapide in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1955 Vincent Rapide models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.2% with a typical mileage of 17,383 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 Rapide fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PXD 215, 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 71 years old, this Vincent Rapide is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PXD 215 registered?

PXD 215 is a 1955 Vincent Rapide, first registered on 1 January 1955.

Is PXD 215 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PXD 215 shows 4 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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