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C131 PRN

1986 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,908 mi
Last recorded37,908 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2012
Typical for 1986 Honda Shadow28,839 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC131 PRN
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2012 37,908 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

both switchs loose on bars

Fail 14 Aug 2012 37,896 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

both switchs loose on bars

Pass 15 Feb 2011 36,754 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 34,717 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 34,716 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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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C131 PRN is a 1986 Honda Shadow in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1986 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 28,839 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 C131 PRN, 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 40 years old, this Honda Shadow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C131 PRN registered?

C131 PRN is a 1986 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C131 PRN safe to buy?

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