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B223 FFM

1991 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,322 mi
Last recorded30,322 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 1991 Honda Shadow25,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB223 FFM
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 30,322 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Various corrosion to frame

Pass 23 Aug 2019 29,982 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 29,478 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 28,205 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 27,356 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 27,351 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 25,897 miles

Front tyre has cracks in tread

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2015 25,895 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front tyre has cracks in tread

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 24,435 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

front brake lever bent

front tyre worn in places

indicators flashing fast

no mirrors fitted at time of test

rear tyre worn close to markers in places

Pass 6 Aug 2012 23,370 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

indicators flashing fast

nail in front tyre

Pass 4 Aug 2011 22,590 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front pads getting low

Pass 11 Sep 2009 21,550 miles

fork stansions have slight pitting

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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B223 FFM is a 1991 Honda Shadow in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 25,895 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 B223 FFM, 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 35 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 B223 FFM registered?

B223 FFM is a 1991 Honda Shadow, first registered on 7 August 1991.

Is B223 FFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B223 FFM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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