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AU58 VLA

2008 Honda Sh 300 A-7

Black Petrol 279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,792 mi
Last recorded4,792 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-713,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 VLA
MakeHonda
ModelSh 300 A-7
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine279cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 4,792 miles

rear tyre wearing low

slight damage to front brake lever

Pass 8 Aug 2017 4,774 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 4,519 miles

slight damage to front brake lever

Pass 4 Dec 2014 4,246 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 3,787 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel inner hub slightly corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2012 2,940 miles

slight damage to front brake lever slight leak on both rear shock absorbers

Pass 7 Sep 2011 1,865 miles

front forks becoming pitted rear brake disc becoming pitted

Fail 6 Sep 2011 1,864 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Fail 30 Aug 2011 1,853 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Honda Sh 300 A-7?

Based on 4,525 MOT tests across 424 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,025
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 93
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 41
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
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AU58 VLA is a 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-7 in Black with a 279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 13,004 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 Sh 300 A-7 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU58 VLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sh 300 A-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Sh 300 A-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU58 VLA registered?

AU58 VLA is a 2008 Honda Sh 300 A-7, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is AU58 VLA safe to buy?

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