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R916 NBU

1998 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,541 mi
Last recorded8,541 miles
Recorded on7 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda Shadow13,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR916 NBU
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 May 2015 8,541 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 8,342 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 8,292 miles

drive chain dry

headlight lens tape on cut off

Pass 23 Jun 2012 8,159 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 7,827 miles

front tyre perished

Pass 23 May 2008 7,761 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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R916 NBU is a 1998 Honda Shadow in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R916 NBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R916 NBU registered?

R916 NBU is a 1998 Honda Shadow, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R916 NBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R916 NBU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R916 NBU have outstanding finance?

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