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C490 PRN

1986 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

40,917 mi
Last recorded40,917 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 1986 Honda Shadow28,839 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC490 PRN
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022 40,917 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 40,901 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2021 39,860 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 38,722 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 37,161 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 35,956 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 34,074 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 32,044 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 32,044 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 31,208 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock absorber bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock absorber bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Oct 2014 30,947 miles

rear tyre has cracking on side wall

Pass 1 Aug 2013 29,868 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 29,800 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 29,765 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 29,615 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 29,367 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 29,172 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 28,898 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 27,999 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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C490 PRN is a 1986 Honda Shadow in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 C490 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C490 PRN registered?

C490 PRN is a 1986 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C490 PRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C490 PRN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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