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B561 HFE

1985 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

56,014 mi
Last recorded56,014 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 1985 Honda Shadow27,658 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB561 HFE
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 56,014 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 56,014 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 55,973 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 54,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 54,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 53,643 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jun 2013 53,643 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 51,746 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 81,656 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 81,656 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2006 80,165 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 80,165 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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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B561 HFE is a 1985 Honda Shadow in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1985 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 27,658 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 B561 HFE, 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 41 years old, this Honda Shadow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B561 HFE registered?

B561 HFE is a 1985 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B561 HFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B561 HFE shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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