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UAU 939

1955 Vincent Black Shadow

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,321 mi
Last recorded33,321 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2009
Typical for 1955 Vincent Black Shadow15,787 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAU 939
MakeVincent
ModelBlack Shadow
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2009 33,321 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 33,321 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 33,025 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2007 32,984 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 32,984 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 29,738 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 29,712 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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UAU 939 is a 1955 Vincent Black Shadow in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1955 Vincent Black Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 15,787 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 UAU 939, 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 71 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 UAU 939?

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What year was UAU 939 registered?

UAU 939 is a 1955 Vincent Black Shadow, first registered on 18 April 1955.

Is UAU 939 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAU 939 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UAU 939 have outstanding finance?

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