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J99 KXL

1993 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56 mi
Last recorded56 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 1993 Honda Shadow18,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ99 KXL
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 56 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 56 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies foot brake (1.3.1a)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2013 45,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 45,635 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 45,365 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

front fork pinch bolt missing

Pass 6 Apr 2009 43,963 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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J99 KXL is a 1993 Honda Shadow in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 18,056 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 J99 KXL, 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 33 years old, this Honda Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J99 KXL registered?

J99 KXL is a 1993 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is J99 KXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J99 KXL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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