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P91 KUD

1997 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

38,376 mi
Last recorded38,376 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Shadow18,148 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP91 KUD
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 38,376 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 38,349 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 34,393 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 34,008 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 33,959 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 33,870 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 33,734 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 33,471 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 33,307 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 33,201 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 32,538 miles

((Cautionary note : slight leak on front shocker is creeping towards front brake / reccommend urgent attention )

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Horn weak

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Slight perrishing to rear tyre in one spot

Pass 2 Mar 2013 31,636 miles

Horn weak

Slight binding rear brake

Fail 2 Mar 2012 31,109 miles

Front tyre perrished

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 31,109 miles

Front tyre perrished

Pass 19 Jan 2011 30,135 miles

Front tyre getting perrished

Pass 10 Dec 2009 27,935 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 27,935 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 26,266 miles

Slight perrishing to front tyre sidewalls

Pass 28 Jun 2007 22,987 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 22,987 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 19,713 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 19,323 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2005 19,323 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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P91 KUD is a 1997 Honda Shadow in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 18,148 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 P91 KUD, 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 29 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 P91 KUD registered?

P91 KUD is a 1997 Honda Shadow, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is P91 KUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P91 KUD shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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