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L763 DVP

1993 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,490 mi
Last recorded40,490 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1993 Honda Shadow18,056 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL763 DVP
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 40,490 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 36,811 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Oct 2024 36,811 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 33,595 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 28,951 miles

Coolant low

Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 21,761 miles

Front Tyre slight perishing (tread)

Pass 16 Oct 2020 17,722 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 16,070 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 15,573 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 15,293 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 15,034 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 12,981 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 10,814 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 10,771 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2012 10,754 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 10,491 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 10,491 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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L763 DVP is a 1993 Honda Shadow in Black with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 L763 DVP, 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 L763 DVP registered?

L763 DVP is a 1993 Honda Shadow, first registered on 1 October 1993.

Is L763 DVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L763 DVP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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