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G813 XLO

1988 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,107 mi
Last recorded18,107 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1988 Honda Shadow23,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG813 XLO
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 18,107 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 17,250 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2023 17,250 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 16,054 miles

Rear Nearside sidewall slight cracking.

Fail 8 Dec 2021 16,054 miles

Rear Nearside sidewall slight cracking.

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 14,580 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 13,883 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 11,632 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 11,486 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 11,480 miles

Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 10,651 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 10,502 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 10,369 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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G813 XLO is a 1988 Honda Shadow in Red with a 596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 G813 XLO, 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 G813 XLO registered?

G813 XLO is a 1988 Honda Shadow, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is G813 XLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G813 XLO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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