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WMH 774

1951 Vincent Black Shadow

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,486 mi
Last recorded68,486 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2012
Typical for 1951 Vincent Black Shadow41,590 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMH 774
MakeVincent
ModelBlack Shadow
Year1951
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2012 68,486 miles

Nearside Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 67,744 miles

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

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 66,184 miles

Nearside Sidecar suspension movement is slightly stiff (5.2.1)

Nearside Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 64,811 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 63,706 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 62,201 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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WMH 774 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 WMH 774, 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 WMH 774 registered?

WMH 774 is a 1951 Vincent Black Shadow, first registered on 15 March 1951.

Is WMH 774 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMH 774 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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