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R894 LPD

1997 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,253 mi
Last recorded20,253 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Shadow18,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR894 LPD
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 20,253 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 20,253 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 20,253 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 10,166 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 10,166 miles

Decelerometer brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.E1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Front safety bar insecure

Pass 22 May 2012 10,166 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 10,166 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 30 Jun 2008 10,166 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 10,166 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 10,166 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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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R894 LPD is a 1997 Honda Shadow in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R894 LPD, 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 R894 LPD registered?

R894 LPD is a 1997 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R894 LPD safe to buy?

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