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A105 MFA

1984 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,677 mi
Last recorded42,677 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 1984 Honda Shadow29,551 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA105 MFA
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 42,677 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 42,633 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2010 42,290 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 42,308 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 42,273 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 42,273 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 42,255 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

head light slightly mistie

not secure to handlebars

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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A105 MFA is a 1984 Honda Shadow in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1984 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 29,551 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 A105 MFA, 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 42 years old, this Honda Shadow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A105 MFA registered?

A105 MFA is a 1984 Honda Shadow, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A105 MFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A105 MFA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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