MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,421 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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)
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)
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)
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)
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))
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)
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)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
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))
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
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
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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C181 CRU is a 1986 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1986.
Is C181 CRU safe to buy?
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