MOT Status
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69,348 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Handlebar grip starting to work loose.
Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notch in the straight ahead possition (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Honda Shadow?
Based on 7,639 MOT tests across 796 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B117 VLJ is a 1985 Honda Shadow in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1985 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 27,658 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Honda Shadow fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B117 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda Shadow typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Honda Shadow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was B117 VLJ registered?
B117 VLJ is a 1985 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is B117 VLJ safe to buy?
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