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S35 KGN

1998 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,436 mi
Last recorded8,436 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda Shadow13,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS35 KGN
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 8,436 miles

Rear Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

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

Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

panels restricted test

Fail 11 Jul 2015 8,431 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

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

Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

panels restricted test

Fail 27 Oct 2014 8,273 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 27 Oct 2014 8,273 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 7,210 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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S35 KGN is a 1998 Honda Shadow in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 S35 KGN, 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 S35 KGN registered?

S35 KGN is a 1998 Honda Shadow, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S35 KGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S35 KGN shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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