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HOW 304

1951 Vincent Black Shadow

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,138 mi
Last recorded4,138 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2011
Typical for 1951 Vincent Black Shadow41,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOW 304
MakeVincent
ModelBlack Shadow
Year1951
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2011 4,138 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 4,073 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 3,772 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 3,459 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 3,350 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 2,782 miles

How Reliable is the Vincent Black Shadow?

Based on 773 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

94.2%
Pass Rate
354
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 2
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
reflector on motorcycle missing 2
Horn not working 2
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HOW 304 is a 1951 Vincent Black Shadow 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 1951 Vincent Black Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 41,590 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vincent Black Shadow fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HOW 304, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vincent Black Shadow typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 75 years old, this Vincent Black Shadow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HOW 304 registered?

HOW 304 is a 1951 Vincent Black Shadow, first registered on 8 May 1951.

Is HOW 304 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOW 304 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.

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