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MGF 933

1951 Vincent Black Shadow

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

715 mi
Last recorded715 miles
Recorded on8 May 2010
Typical for 1951 Vincent Black Shadow41,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGF 933
MakeVincent
ModelBlack Shadow
Year1951
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2010 715 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 3 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 3 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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MGF 933 is a 1951 Vincent Black Shadow in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MGF 933, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MGF 933 registered?

MGF 933 is a 1951 Vincent Black Shadow, first registered on 1 July 1951.

Is MGF 933 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGF 933 shows 3 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.

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