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F837 LFM

1991 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,052 mi
Last recorded36,052 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 Honda Shadow25,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF837 LFM
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 36,052 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Offside and Nearside (5.3.2 (b))

Lights disconnected

Pass 17 Dec 2024 35,526 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 35,246 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 34,711 miles

lights disconnected at time of test

Pass 20 May 2021 34,148 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front and rear lights disconnected

Pass 1 Jun 2020 33,523 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Mar 2019 32,727 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 2 Mar 2019 32,725 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Aug 2017 32,033 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 31,690 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 31,271 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 30,367 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Feb 2011 29,913 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 29,913 miles

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

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

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

o/s panel melting onto exhaust

Pass 20 Nov 2009 29,648 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 27,323 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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F837 LFM is a 1991 Honda Shadow in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1991 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 25,895 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 F837 LFM, 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 35 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 F837 LFM registered?

F837 LFM is a 1991 Honda Shadow, first registered on 9 May 1991.

Is F837 LFM safe to buy?

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