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J848 UTG

1992 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,191 mi
Last recorded9,191 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 1992 Honda Shadow21,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ848 UTG
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 9,191 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 9,191 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 8,087 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 7,998 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 7,644 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 7,181 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 7,168 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 6,946 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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J848 UTG is a 1992 Honda Shadow in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 J848 UTG, 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 J848 UTG registered?

J848 UTG is a 1992 Honda Shadow, first registered on 24 June 1992.

Is J848 UTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J848 UTG shows 8 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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