MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
6,596 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front tyre starting to perish on sidewall
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)
How Reliable is the Vincent Comet?
Based on 1,663 MOT tests across 390 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SHK 979 is a 1951 Vincent Comet in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 SHK 979, 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 SHK 979?
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What year was SHK 979 registered?
SHK 979 is a 1951 Vincent Comet, first registered on 21 February 1951.
Is SHK 979 safe to buy?
The MOT history for SHK 979 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SHK 979 have outstanding finance?
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