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R161 CCA

1997 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,255 mi
Last recorded17,255 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Shadow18,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR161 CCA
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2016 17,255 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 17,103 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 13 Aug 2015 17,103 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 16,948 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 16,580 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 16,337 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 15,543 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 15,400 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 15,038 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 14,534 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 14,229 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2006 13,836 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 13,624 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2005 13,624 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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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R161 CCA is a 1997 Honda Shadow in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 18,148 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 R161 CCA, 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 29 years old, this Honda Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R161 CCA registered?

R161 CCA is a 1997 Honda Shadow, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R161 CCA safe to buy?

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