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X861 MGM

2001 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

158,759 mi
Last recorded158,759 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Shadow10,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX861 MGM
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 158,759 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 156,004 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2024 153,183 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 150,271 miles

Rear CUSH DRIVE HAS SLIGHT PLAY IN RUBBERS

Pass 18 Jan 2022 147,216 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2022 147,216 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 143,430 miles

Front PADS WORN LOW

Pass 28 Jun 2019 134,094 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2019 133,771 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 129,762 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2016 120,012 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2015 99,246 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2014 72,151 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013
Fail 25 Oct 2013

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 40,969 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 27,438 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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X861 MGM is a 2001 Honda Shadow in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 X861 MGM, 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 X861 MGM registered?

X861 MGM is a 2001 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X861 MGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X861 MGM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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