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LW03 WPP

2003 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,069 mi
Last recorded30,069 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda Shadow12,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW03 WPP
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 30,069 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 30,069 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 29,038 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 27,449 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 22,386 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 22,367 miles

rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 22 Dec 2020 22,367 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 14 Mar 2016 22,319 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 21,318 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 18,944 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 11 Oct 2013 18,944 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2012 15,162 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 15,158 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 10,665 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 9,888 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 7,982 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2007 7,961 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 7,667 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
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LW03 WPP is a 2003 Honda Shadow in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 12,984 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 LW03 WPP, 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 23 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 LW03 WPP registered?

LW03 WPP is a 2003 Honda Shadow, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is LW03 WPP safe to buy?

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