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PTJ 16

1999 Vincent Black Shadow

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,536 mi
Last recorded17,536 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTJ 16
MakeVincent
ModelBlack Shadow
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2011 17,536 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 17,440 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 17,100 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 16,823 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 16,703 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 15,316 miles

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

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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PTJ 16 is a 1999 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%.

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 PTJ 16, 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 27 years old, this Vincent Black Shadow is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of PTJ 16?

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What year was PTJ 16 registered?

PTJ 16 is a 1999 Vincent Black Shadow, first registered on 14 January 1999.

Is PTJ 16 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTJ 16 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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