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P878 FVM

1996 Honda Shadow

Orange Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,491 mi
Last recorded9,491 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 1996 Honda Shadow18,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP878 FVM
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2017 9,491 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 9,243 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 8,479 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 6,632 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 5,069 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 4,779 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 4,187 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 3,847 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 3,469 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 3,277 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 3,071 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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P878 FVM is a 1996 Honda Shadow in Orange with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P878 FVM, 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 P878 FVM registered?

P878 FVM is a 1996 Honda Shadow, first registered on 4 November 1996.

Is P878 FVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P878 FVM shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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