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B226 WVG

1985 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,447 mi
Last recorded36,447 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1985 Honda Shadow27,658 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB226 WVG
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 36,447 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 3 Aug 2019 36,447 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 May 2018 36,186 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 36,186 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 35,923 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

visible cracking on front tyre sidewalls

Fail 8 Oct 2016 35,923 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

visible cracking on front tyre sidewalls

Pass 25 Mar 2015 35,883 miles

left hand handlebar grip twists on bars advise to be checked.

Fail 12 Mar 2015 35,883 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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B226 WVG is a 1985 Honda Shadow in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 B226 WVG, 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 B226 WVG registered?

B226 WVG is a 1985 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B226 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B226 WVG shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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