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A181 LBJ

1984 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,998 mi
Last recorded18,998 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1984 Honda Shadow29,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA181 LBJ
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 18,998 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudguard missing

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 17,402 miles

Exhaust noisy both sides (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 16,010 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 14,198 miles

clutch hose damaged

Fail 10 Sep 2019 14,197 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

clutch hose damaged

Pass 17 Sep 2018 12,972 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame on under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 12,972 miles

Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame on under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2016 12,441 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 10,650 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 9,058 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 9,014 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 8,968 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 8,903 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 8,879 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 8,854 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 8,798 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 8,744 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 8,410 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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A181 LBJ is a 1984 Honda Shadow in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A181 LBJ, 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 A181 LBJ registered?

A181 LBJ is a 1984 Honda Shadow, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A181 LBJ safe to buy?

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