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P812 RRH

1996 Honda Shadow

Orange Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

29,985 mi
Last recorded29,985 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2013
Typical for 1996 Honda Shadow18,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP812 RRH
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2013 29,985 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 28,733 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 28,730 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 27,169 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 27,040 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 27 Nov 2009 27,040 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 24,311 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

retaing bolts missing from rear seat.but not insecure.

Fail 9 Feb 2009 24,306 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

retaing bolts missing from rear seat.but not insecure.

Pass 7 Feb 2008 20,241 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 19,835 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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P812 RRH is a 1996 Honda Shadow in Orange with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P812 RRH, 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.

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What year was P812 RRH registered?

P812 RRH is a 1996 Honda Shadow, first registered on 23 December 1996.

Is P812 RRH safe to buy?

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