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R774 DJW

1997 Honda Shadow

Orange Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,782 mi
Last recorded21,782 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda Shadow18,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR774 DJW
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2021 21,782 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 21,456 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2019 18,775 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 18,764 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition non std exhausts (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 18,246 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 17,851 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 16,217 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 15,864 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 15,421 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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R774 DJW is a 1997 Honda Shadow in Orange with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R774 DJW, 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 R774 DJW registered?

R774 DJW is a 1997 Honda Shadow, first registered on 23 August 1997.

Is R774 DJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R774 DJW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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