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SP05 EDJ

2005 Vincent Black Shadow

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,795 mi
Last recorded2,795 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 EDJ
MakeVincent
ModelBlack Shadow
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2011 2,795 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 2,280 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 2,102 miles

Offside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 2,020 miles

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

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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SP05 EDJ is a 2005 Vincent Black Shadow in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 SP05 EDJ, 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 21 years old, this Vincent Black Shadow is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SP05 EDJ registered?

SP05 EDJ is a 2005 Vincent Black Shadow, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is SP05 EDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP05 EDJ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP05 EDJ have outstanding finance?

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