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R428 LHK

1998 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 90cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,351 mi
Last recorded7,351 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Shadow13,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR428 LHK
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine90cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 7,351 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 7,060 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 6,797 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 6,778 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 6,778 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2020 6,693 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 5,066 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 4,834 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 4,693 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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R428 LHK is a 1998 Honda Shadow in Black with a 90cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 13,700 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 R428 LHK, 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 28 years old, this Honda Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R428 LHK registered?

R428 LHK is a 1998 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R428 LHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R428 LHK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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