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TLV 423

1955 Vincent Rapide

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,991 mi
Last recorded29,991 miles
Recorded on22 May 2012
Typical for 1955 Vincent Rapide17,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLV 423
MakeVincent
ModelRapide
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 May 2012 29,991 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 29,977 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 29,951 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 29,901 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 29,772 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 29,760 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 29,704 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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TLV 423 is a 1955 Vincent Rapide in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 TLV 423, 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

How do I check the history of TLV 423?

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What year was TLV 423 registered?

TLV 423 is a 1955 Vincent Rapide, first registered on 11 October 1955.

Is TLV 423 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLV 423 shows 7 tests 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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