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VX04 RXA

2004 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

26,633 mi
Last recorded26,633 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda Shadow19,136 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 RXA
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 26,633 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 24,989 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 23,741 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 22,065 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 20,000 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 18,065 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 16,709 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 14,851 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 14,844 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 14,718 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 14,098 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 13,273 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 12,104 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 11,826 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 11,301 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 10,754 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 10,754 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2008 9,545 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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VX04 RXA is a 2004 Honda Shadow in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2004 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 19,136 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 VX04 RXA, 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 22 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 VX04 RXA registered?

VX04 RXA is a 2004 Honda Shadow, first registered on 29 April 2004.

Is VX04 RXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX04 RXA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX04 RXA have outstanding finance?

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