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G521 PNW

1990 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

18,468 mi
Last recorded18,468 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda Shadow19,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG521 PNW
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 18,468 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 18,468 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2024 18,467 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 18,434 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 17,980 miles

Front tyre perished

Pass 29 Aug 2017 17,850 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 17,263 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 16,849 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 14,035 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 13,996 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 13,984 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2011 13,881 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 13,839 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 13,448 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 13,448 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 13,040 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 12,769 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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G521 PNW is a 1990 Honda Shadow in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1990 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 19,977 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 G521 PNW, 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 36 years old, this Honda Shadow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G521 PNW registered?

G521 PNW is a 1990 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G521 PNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G521 PNW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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