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KO56 RKF

2007 Honda Shadow

Grey Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

11,446 mi
Last recorded11,446 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Honda Shadow8,889 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO56 RKF
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Jun 2026 11,446 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 11,189 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 11,189 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 10,191 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 9,001 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2021 9,497 miles

Front Tyre incorrect because a radial tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply or bias belted tyre fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 9,098 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 9,079 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 8,524 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 8,080 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 7,356 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 6,892 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 5,994 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 5,454 miles

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

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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KO56 RKF is a 2007 Honda Shadow in Grey with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2007 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 8,889 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 KO56 RKF, 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 19 years old, this Honda Shadow is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KO56 RKF registered?

KO56 RKF is a 2007 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is KO56 RKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO56 RKF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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