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M434 JAX

1994 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

9,951 mi
Last recorded9,951 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 1994 Honda Shadow20,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM434 JAX
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 9,951 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Sep 2023 9,950 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit @3mm (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 9,921 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 9,872 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 9,860 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 9,860 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 9,785 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 4 Aug 2017 9,785 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low dipped beam (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 May 2016 9,696 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 9,356 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2013 9,140 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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 2 Jul 2013 9,140 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 9,080 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2008 9,080 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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 18 May 2007 8,940 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 8,580 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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M434 JAX is a 1994 Honda Shadow in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 M434 JAX, 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.

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What year was M434 JAX registered?

M434 JAX is a 1994 Honda Shadow, first registered on 1 September 1994.

Is M434 JAX safe to buy?

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