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X518 FEV

2000 Honda Shadow

Purple Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

24,464 mi
Last recorded24,464 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda Shadow20,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX518 FEV
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year2000
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 24,464 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 24,271 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 24,141 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 23,672 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Apr 2021 23,651 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 23,556 miles

front and rear tyre wearing low

Pass 20 Jul 2018 23,424 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 23,098 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 22,900 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 22,419 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 22,006 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 21,662 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 20,975 miles

tyre pressure low front

Fail 29 Mar 2012 20,975 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

tyre pressure low front

Pass 28 Jan 2011 20,291 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 19,149 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 17,693 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 15,441 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 10,631 miles

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

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

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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X518 FEV is a 2000 Honda Shadow in Purple with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 X518 FEV, 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 X518 FEV registered?

X518 FEV is a 2000 Honda Shadow, first registered on 3 November 2000.

Is X518 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X518 FEV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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