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UJW 654Y

1983 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,985 mi
Last recorded28,985 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1983 Honda Shadow29,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJW 654Y
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 28,985 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 28,684 miles

exhaust system slightly loud

Fail 20 Sep 2018 28,684 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

exhaust system slightly loud

Pass 24 Mar 2017 28,633 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 27,749 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 27,476 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 23,692 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 23,692 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 21,513 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 21,513 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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UJW 654Y is a 1983 Honda Shadow in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1983 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 29,039 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 UJW 654Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda Shadow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UJW 654Y?

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What year was UJW 654Y registered?

UJW 654Y is a 1983 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is UJW 654Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJW 654Y shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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