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C481 RFE

1986 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 694cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,728 mi
Last recorded12,728 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 1986 Honda Shadow28,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC481 RFE
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine694cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2024 12,728 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 12,102 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 11,713 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 11,312 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 10,708 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 10,376 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 10,158 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 9,265 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 8,978 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 8,600 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 8,035 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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C481 RFE is a 1986 Honda Shadow in Red with a 694cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C481 RFE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C481 RFE registered?

C481 RFE is a 1986 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C481 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C481 RFE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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