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W532 VGJ

2000 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

10,216 mi
Last recorded10,216 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2020
Typical for 2000 Honda Shadow20,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW532 VGJ
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2020 10,216 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable Handlebars bent on right side (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis Rusting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 10,135 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 16 Jan 2019 10,119 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 9,906 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 9,489 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Jul 2016 9,489 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake stop switch not working (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 9,046 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 8,629 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2014 8,629 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Pass 3 May 2013 7,429 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 6,344 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 5,020 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 5,202 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2008 3,151 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 3,076 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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W532 VGJ is a 2000 Honda Shadow in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2000 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 20,214 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 W532 VGJ, 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 26 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 W532 VGJ registered?

W532 VGJ is a 2000 Honda Shadow, first registered on 28 March 2000.

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