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LC57 VZU

2008 Honda Sh 300 A-7

Silver Petrol 279cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

39,540 mi
Last recorded39,540 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-713,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 VZU
MakeHonda
ModelSh 300 A-7
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine279cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 39,540 miles

Front Tyre Cracking / Perishing

Pass 7 May 2025 34,681 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 34,681 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 30,346 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 27,011 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 23,926 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 20,464 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 20,404 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 20,134 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 19,326 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 18,890 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 18,890 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2015 17,882 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 15,017 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 15,017 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 15,005 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 10,005 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Sh 300 A-7?

Based on 4,525 MOT tests across 424 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,025
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 93
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 41
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
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LC57 VZU is a 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-7 in Silver with a 279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 13,004 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 Sh 300 A-7 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC57 VZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sh 300 A-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Sh 300 A-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC57 VZU registered?

LC57 VZU is a 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-7, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is LC57 VZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC57 VZU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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