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B290 WVG

1985 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,511 mi
Last recorded29,511 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 1985 Honda Shadow27,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB290 WVG
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 29,511 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 29,492 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 29,465 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 29,214 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 28,745 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 May 2013 28,229 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 28,211 miles

Nearside Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 May 2012 28,034 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 27,552 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 26,747 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 6 Jun 2007 26,668 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 25,504 miles

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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B290 WVG is a 1985 Honda Shadow in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 B290 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 B290 WVG registered?

B290 WVG is a 1985 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B290 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B290 WVG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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