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B178 RLP

1985 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,257 mi
Last recorded35,257 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 1985 Honda Shadow27,658 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB178 RLP
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 35,257 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 35,254 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake not upto usual standard for model but reaches mot standard

Pass 25 Jul 2015 35,254 miles

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

front brake not upto usual standard for model but reaches mot standard

How Reliable is the Honda Shadow?

Based on 7,639 MOT tests across 796 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
482
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
796
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 101
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 81
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 70
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
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B178 RLP is a 1985 Honda Shadow in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B178 RLP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B178 RLP registered?

B178 RLP is a 1985 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B178 RLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B178 RLP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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