MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
63,672 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Nail in rear tyre
Nail in rear tyre
Nearside Front Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)
Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS
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)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Upper Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)
Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
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)
Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
How Reliable is the Honda Shadow?
Based on 7,639 MOT tests across 796 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HEX 309Y is a 1983 Honda Shadow in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.
Across all 1983 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 29,039 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 HEX 309Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda Shadow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was HEX 309Y registered?
HEX 309Y is a 1983 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1983.
Is HEX 309Y safe to buy?
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