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PO54 GGJ

2004 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

39,377 mi
Last recorded39,377 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda Shadow19,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO54 GGJ
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 39,377 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 39,275 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 38,958 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 38,254 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 37,723 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 37,191 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 36,184 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 32,742 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 32,188 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 30,036 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 27,568 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 21,055 miles

sllight 'grab' on rear brake

Pass 15 Mar 2012 17,809 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 16,286 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 8 Mar 2011 16,286 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 1 Mar 2010 14,445 miles

headlamp has been temporarily masked to conform to UK spec

Fail 1 Mar 2010 14,445 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

headlamp has been temporarily masked to conform to UK spec

Pass 12 Sep 2008 9,811 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 6,986 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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PO54 GGJ is a 2004 Honda Shadow in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PO54 GGJ, 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 PO54 GGJ registered?

PO54 GGJ is a 2004 Honda Shadow, first registered on 2 September 2004.

Is PO54 GGJ safe to buy?

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