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L595 WNJ

1998 Honda Shadow

Orange Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,923 mi
Last recorded20,923 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2009
Typical for 1998 Honda Shadow13,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL595 WNJ
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2009 20,923 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 20,925 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 19,781 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 18,499 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 15,106 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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L595 WNJ is a 1998 Honda Shadow in Orange with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 13,700 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 L595 WNJ, 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 28 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 L595 WNJ registered?

L595 WNJ is a 1998 Honda Shadow, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is L595 WNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L595 WNJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L595 WNJ have outstanding finance?

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