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PUW 98

1954 Vincent Rapide

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,869 mi
Last recorded7,869 miles
Recorded on7 May 2011
Typical for 1954 Vincent Rapide25,767 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUW 98
MakeVincent
ModelRapide
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 May 2011 7,869 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 7,444 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 6,969 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 5,518 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 4,724 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 3,555 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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PUW 98 is a 1954 Vincent Rapide in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1954 Vincent Rapide models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.0% with a typical mileage of 25,767 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 PUW 98, 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 72 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 PUW 98?

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What year was PUW 98 registered?

PUW 98 is a 1954 Vincent Rapide, first registered on 22 November 1954.

Is PUW 98 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUW 98 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PUW 98 have outstanding finance?

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