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A878 OVF

1984 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

36,587 mi
Last recorded36,587 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1984 Honda Shadow29,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA878 OVF
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 36,587 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 36,545 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2025 36,545 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 36,503 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 36,461 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 May 2022 36,370 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 36,348 miles

clutch hose trapped on steering on left lock but protected

exhaust noisy but with in limits

rear tyre on one limit

Fail 23 Apr 2021 36,323 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

clutch hose trapped on steering on left lock but protected

exhaust noisy but with in limits

rear tyre on one limit

Pass 1 Jun 2019 36,154 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2019 36,154 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 May 2019 36,154 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2018 35,908 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 May 2018 35,908 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation Perrished & split (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 35,643 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 9 Nov 2016 35,643 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey Rear cylinder / top silencer downpipe rusted through (7.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded L/H side of frame - near swinging arm pivot (6.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

No plate light not working

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 35,633 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 35,628 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 35,429 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 34,353 miles

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

refitted front brake hoses back into holders

Pass 29 Mar 2010 33,333 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 33,333 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 31,887 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)

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

Fail 23 Feb 2009 31,887 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 30,000 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 28,706 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 28,008 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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A878 OVF is a 1984 Honda Shadow in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 A878 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.

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What year was A878 OVF registered?

A878 OVF is a 1984 Honda Shadow, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A878 OVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A878 OVF shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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