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MI837278

1996 Honda Shadow

Maroon Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

49,982 mi
Last recorded49,982 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2008
Typical for 1996 Honda Shadow18,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMI837278
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2008 49,982 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

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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MI837278 is a 1996 Honda Shadow in Maroon with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1996 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 18,556 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 MI837278, 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 30 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 MI837278 registered?

MI837278 is a 1996 Honda Shadow, first registered on 2 May 1996.

Is MI837278 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MI837278 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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