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T944 ARU

1999 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,797 mi
Last recorded59,797 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 1999 Honda Shadow15,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT944 ARU
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 59,797 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

speedo slighty deteriated

Pass 8 Mar 2018 58,131 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 56,918 miles

Exhaust noisy TEMPORARY BAFFLES FITTED (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2017 56,918 miles

Exhaust noisy TEMPORARY BAFFLES FITTED (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside TAPE OFF BEAM LINE (1.6)

Fail 10 Mar 2017 56,906 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 Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 55,022 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 54,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

speedo head perrihing

Fail 9 Mar 2015 54,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

speedo head perrihing

Pass 10 May 2014 54,125 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 53,447 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 50,807 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 May 2011 46,955 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 42,864 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 42,221 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 40,385 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 38,354 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 38,354 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 36,750 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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T944 ARU is a 1999 Honda Shadow in Black with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 15,696 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 T944 ARU, 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 27 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 T944 ARU registered?

T944 ARU is a 1999 Honda Shadow, first registered on 13 April 1999.

Is T944 ARU safe to buy?

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