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997 XUF

1951 Vincent Comet

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2008
Typical for 1951 Vincent Comet8,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration997 XUF
MakeVincent
ModelComet
Year1951
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2008 1 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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997 XUF is a 1951 Vincent Comet in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 997 XUF, 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.

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What year was 997 XUF registered?

997 XUF is a 1951 Vincent Comet, first registered on 5 June 1951.

Is 997 XUF safe to buy?

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