MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,733 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)
Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
exhaust note loud, system ok.
Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)
exhaust note loud, system ok.
How Reliable is the Honda Shadow?
Based on 7,639 MOT tests across 796 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B56 VLJ is a 1985 Honda Shadow in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 B56 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 B56 VLJ registered?
B56 VLJ is a 1985 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is B56 VLJ safe to buy?
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