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B709 RLN

1985 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,435 mi
Last recorded16,435 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 1985 Honda Shadow27,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB709 RLN
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 16,435 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wall slight split (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 16,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre has slight cracks on its sidewalls

Pass 1 Dec 2016 16,381 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 15,749 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 15,142 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 15,033 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 15,033 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 13,229 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 132,196 miles

REAR TYRE FLAT

Fail 12 Sep 2011 13,219 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

REAR TYRE FLAT

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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B709 RLN is a 1985 Honda Shadow in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B709 RLN, 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 B709 RLN registered?

B709 RLN is a 1985 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B709 RLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B709 RLN shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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