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B959 HEG

1985 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,090 mi
Last recorded30,090 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda Shadow27,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB959 HEG
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 30,090 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 28,479 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 28,285 miles

Front front forks soft

Front front tyre perishing and wearing uneven

Pass 24 Jun 2016 28,275 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 28,275 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 28,260 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 26,587 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 24,201 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 24,081 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 24,081 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 24,078 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 24,027 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 24,025 miles

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

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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B959 HEG is a 1985 Honda Shadow in Red with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 B959 HEG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B959 HEG registered?

B959 HEG is a 1985 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B959 HEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B959 HEG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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