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A636 OVF

1984 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,078 mi
Last recorded16,078 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 1984 Honda Shadow29,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA636 OVF
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 16,078 miles

Offside cltch hose has slight kink not affecting use

Fail 10 May 2023 16,078 miles

Front Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Fuel pipe insecure no clip secureing hose to fuel pump (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected f (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside cltch hose has slight kink not affecting use

Pass 19 Jul 2016 15,487 miles

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 14,987 miles

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

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

front brake is slightly spongey

front tyre perished

Pass 27 Feb 2014 14,955 miles

front brake lever is slightly spongy

front tyre has slight cracks in tread cavities.

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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A636 OVF is a 1984 Honda Shadow in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 A636 OVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A636 OVF?

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What year was A636 OVF registered?

A636 OVF is a 1984 Honda Shadow, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A636 OVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A636 OVF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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