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E292 MPV

1988 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,918 mi
Last recorded30,918 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda Shadow23,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE292 MPV
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 30,918 miles
Fail 20 May 2026 30,918 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2023 30,458 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 29,664 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 29,452 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 27,092 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 24,453 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 24,453 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 21,449 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 20,558 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 19,315 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 17,660 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 14,823 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 14,266 miles

clutch fluid reservoir level low

Pass 18 Aug 2011 13,074 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 12,449 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 12,334 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front tyre has slight crack to sidewall

rear tyre has slight cracks to tread

Pass 17 Jun 2008 12,272 miles

frony tyre has very small surfaces cracks on sidewall

Pass 14 Jun 2007 12,075 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 11,604 miles

operation of front brake lever slightly notchy

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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E292 MPV is a 1988 Honda Shadow in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1988 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 23,499 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 E292 MPV, 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 38 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 E292 MPV registered?

E292 MPV is a 1988 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E292 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E292 MPV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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