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X379 MGN

2001 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,012 mi
Last recorded7,012 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Honda Shadow10,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX379 MGN
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 7,012 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Upper Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Apr 2015 7,012 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Upper Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 2 Apr 2014 6,229 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 5,067 miles

Front tyre has some surface cracking not deep enough to reach cord.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 4,048 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 4,002 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 4,002 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 14 Sep 2006 3,542 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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X379 MGN is a 2001 Honda Shadow in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 10,098 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 X379 MGN, 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 25 years old, this Honda Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X379 MGN registered?

X379 MGN is a 2001 Honda Shadow, first registered on 11 January 2001.

Is X379 MGN safe to buy?

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