CarVerify

Free Car Check

L987 GWN

1994 Honda Shadow

Silver Petrol 600cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,255 mi
Last recorded36,255 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2023
Typical for 1994 Honda Shadow20,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL987 GWN
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2023 36,255 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2023 36,255 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 34,973 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 34,973 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 34,973 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2014 33,086 miles

slight sidewall cracking on both sides (front tyre)

Fail 28 Jan 2014 33,086 miles

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

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

slight sidewall cracking on both sides (front tyre)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 26,524 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 30 Jan 2012 18,014 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Slight sidewall cracking on left side rear tyre.

Fail 27 Jan 2012 17,935 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Slight sidewall cracking on left side rear tyre.

Pass 21 Jan 2011 14,731 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 14,376 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
Full Honda Shadow reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L987 GWN is a 1994 Honda Shadow in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L987 GWN, 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

How do I check the history of L987 GWN?

You can check the full history of L987 GWN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L987 GWN registered?

L987 GWN is a 1994 Honda Shadow, first registered on 15 January 1994.

Is L987 GWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L987 GWN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L987 GWN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L987 GWN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.