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CT04 YYE

2004 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,101 mi
Last recorded22,101 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda Shadow19,136 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT04 YYE
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Oct 2025 22,101 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 20,654 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 20,554 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 20,263 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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CT04 YYE is a 2004 Honda Shadow in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 19,136 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 CT04 YYE, 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 22 years old, this Honda Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CT04 YYE?

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What year was CT04 YYE registered?

CT04 YYE is a 2004 Honda Shadow, first registered on 27 May 2004.

Is CT04 YYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CT04 YYE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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