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J477 SPD

1992 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,323 mi
Last recorded45,323 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Honda Shadow21,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ477 SPD
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 45,323 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 44,609 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 43,808 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2023 43,787 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Brake hose connection leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 43,090 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2022 43,090 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 42,463 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 13 Oct 2020 41,888 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 40,440 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 39,016 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2018 39,005 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2017 36,486 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 36,339 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 36,177 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 36,177 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 36,163 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 35,834 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 35,834 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 35,530 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 34,543 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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J477 SPD is a 1992 Honda Shadow in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 21,595 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 J477 SPD, 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 34 years old, this Honda Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J477 SPD registered?

J477 SPD is a 1992 Honda Shadow, first registered on 28 April 1992.

Is J477 SPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J477 SPD shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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