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PL51 OFY

2004 Honda Shadow

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

6,598 mi
Last recorded6,598 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda Shadow19,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL51 OFY
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 6,598 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 6,592 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 6,528 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 5,915 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 5,449 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively rear cush drive slight wear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2021 5,449 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively rear cush drive slight wear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim both tyres underinflated (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 5,099 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 5,099 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 4,965 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 4,835 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 4,755 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 4,654 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 4,654 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Fail 18 Jun 2015 4,530 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 4,530 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 4,244 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 4,035 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 4,003 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 3,990 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2011 3,858 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 3,464 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 2,908 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear tyre perished - advise replacement

Pass 9 Jun 2008 2,488 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 2,481 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 1,963 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 1,325 miles

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

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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PL51 OFY is a 2004 Honda Shadow in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 19,136 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 PL51 OFY, 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 22 years old, this Honda Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PL51 OFY registered?

PL51 OFY is a 2004 Honda Shadow, first registered on 24 August 2004.

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