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L179 KSX

1993 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

19,563 mi
Last recorded19,563 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 1993 Honda Shadow18,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL179 KSX
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 19,563 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 19,538 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2017 19,538 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 19,373 miles

front brake pad wear

front tyre 2mm and perishing

noise emission from exhaust

Fail 17 Nov 2015 19,373 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front brake pad wear

front tyre 2mm and perishing

noise emission from exhaust

Pass 4 Aug 2014 19,344 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 18,187 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 15,748 miles

rubber flap rubbing rear tyre

Fail 9 Jul 2011 14,453 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 14,453 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 13,906 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 13,906 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 8 Apr 2009 12,527 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 12,426 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 11,903 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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L179 KSX is a 1993 Honda Shadow in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 L179 KSX, 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.

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What year was L179 KSX registered?

L179 KSX is a 1993 Honda Shadow, first registered on 17 November 1993.

Is L179 KSX safe to buy?

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