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C181 CRU

1986 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

55,421 mi
Last recorded55,421 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 1986 Honda Shadow28,839 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC181 CRU
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 55,421 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2015 55,417 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 52,288 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 9 Jul 2014 52,288 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 52,235 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 May 2012 49,968 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 26 Apr 2012 49,966 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 May 2011 46,819 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 3 May 2011 46,759 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 May 2010 43,386 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Apr 2009 41,348 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 29 May 2008 41,344 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

no plate in poor condition

Pass 23 May 2007 41,312 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

no plate deteriating

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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C181 CRU is a 1986 Honda Shadow in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 C181 CRU, 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 C181 CRU registered?

C181 CRU is a 1986 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C181 CRU safe to buy?

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