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R997 TJR

1998 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

4,202 mi
Last recorded4,202 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Shadow13,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR997 TJR
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 4,202 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2024 4,163 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative Not fitted (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2023 3,957 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 3,779 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 3,709 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 3,003 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 25,701 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 May 2018 2,476 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2017 344 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 344 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 28,208 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 20,831 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 18,650 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 17,697 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 15,076 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 12,463 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 12,421 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 8,765 miles

customer has placed lens deflector on headlamp to stop kick up to right

Fail 10 Sep 2008 8,764 miles

Centre Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 8,760 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 8,760 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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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R997 TJR is a 1998 Honda Shadow in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 R997 TJR, 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 R997 TJR registered?

R997 TJR is a 1998 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R997 TJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R997 TJR shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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