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L52 WLP

1994 Honda Shadow

Brown Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

6,052 mi
Last recorded6,052 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda Shadow20,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL52 WLP
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1994
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 6,052 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 5,968 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 5,686 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 2,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no front mudguard

Fail 28 Jun 2017 2,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

no front mudguard

Pass 3 Mar 2016 919 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Mar 2016 919 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 17,927 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 17,563 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 17,563 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2010 17,048 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 17,048 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 16,147 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 14,602 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 Sep 2007 14,602 miles

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

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

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 12,376 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 12,376 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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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L52 WLP is a 1994 Honda Shadow in Brown with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1994 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,521 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 L52 WLP, 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 32 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 L52 WLP registered?

L52 WLP is a 1994 Honda Shadow, first registered on 10 June 1994.

Is L52 WLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L52 WLP shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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