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VMT 727

1980 Vincent Rapide

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,807 mi
Last recorded34,807 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMT 727
MakeVincent
ModelRapide
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2012 34,807 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 34,807 miles

rear tyre slightly perishing

Pass 1 Apr 2009 34,230 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Apr 2009 34,230 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 33,502 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 33,502 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 24 Mar 2007 33,117 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 33,117 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 32,612 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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VMT 727 is a 1980 Vincent Rapide in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Vincent Rapide fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VMT 727, 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 46 years old, this Vincent Rapide is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VMT 727 registered?

VMT 727 is a 1980 Vincent Rapide, first registered on 1 July 1980.

Is VMT 727 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMT 727 shows 9 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.

Does VMT 727 have outstanding finance?

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