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MXF 403

1952 Vincent Black Shadow

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,141 mi
Last recorded5,141 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2012
Typical for 1952 Vincent Black Shadow10,360 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMXF 403
MakeVincent
ModelBlack Shadow
Year1952
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2012 5,141 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 5,141 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Apr 2011 5,141 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2010 4,359 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 3,611 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 3,002 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 2,378 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 2,378 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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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MXF 403 is a 1952 Vincent Black Shadow in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1952 Vincent Black Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 10,360 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 MXF 403, 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 74 years old, this Vincent Black Shadow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MXF 403?

You can check the full history of MXF 403 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MXF 403 registered?

MXF 403 is a 1952 Vincent Black Shadow, first registered on 30 December 1952.

Is MXF 403 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MXF 403 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MXF 403 have outstanding finance?

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