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C158 AWK

1986 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

39,737 mi
Last recorded39,737 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2020
Typical for 1986 Honda Shadow28,839 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC158 AWK
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2020 39,737 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2020 39,737 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 40,721 miles

Rear noisy than standard pipes

Fail 22 Jun 2018 40,721 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear noisy than standard pipes

Pass 11 Jun 2008 31,519 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 31,519 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 194,393 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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C158 AWK is a 1986 Honda Shadow in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 C158 AWK, 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 C158 AWK registered?

C158 AWK is a 1986 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C158 AWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C158 AWK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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