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J479 RFK

1992 Honda Shadow

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,924 mi
Last recorded25,924 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 1992 Honda Shadow21,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ479 RFK
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 25,924 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 25,769 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 25,762 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 25,470 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 24,317 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 23,835 miles

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 22,575 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 21,330 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 19,445 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 19,396 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 16,920 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2009 16,918 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 16,891 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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J479 RFK is a 1992 Honda Shadow in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 J479 RFK, 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 J479 RFK registered?

J479 RFK is a 1992 Honda Shadow, first registered on 8 June 1992.

Is J479 RFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J479 RFK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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