MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,654 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Radiator corroded
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Radiator corroded
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
radiator corroded
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
swinging arm corroded
swinging arm corroded
Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
How Reliable is the Honda Shadow?
Based on 7,639 MOT tests across 796 vehicles.
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L388 HJV is a 1993 Honda Shadow in Blue with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.
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 L388 HJV, 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 L388 HJV registered?
L388 HJV is a 1993 Honda Shadow, first registered on 13 August 1993.
Is L388 HJV safe to buy?
The MOT history for L388 HJV shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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