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R483 HJV

1999 Honda Shadow

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,269 mi
Last recorded22,269 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Honda Shadow15,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR483 HJV
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 22,269 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 20,867 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 14,637 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 20,017 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 20,017 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 19,153 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 19,123 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 18,969 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 18,871 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2016 18,871 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 18,431 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 18,297 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 18,028 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 17,788 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 17,114 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 16,961 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 16,771 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 16,464 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 15,351 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 14,066 miles

Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear 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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R483 HJV is a 1999 Honda Shadow in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 15,696 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 R483 HJV, 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 27 years old, this Honda Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R483 HJV registered?

R483 HJV is a 1999 Honda Shadow, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is R483 HJV safe to buy?

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