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H259 HEJ

1991 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,290 mi
Last recorded53,290 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 1991 Honda Shadow25,895 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH259 HEJ
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 53,290 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 53,290 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak N/S and O/S front fork legs (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 53,273 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 11 Aug 2018 53,273 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 53,032 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 51,993 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Jun 2016 51,993 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 48,772 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 44,354 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 42,538 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 42,530 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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H259 HEJ is a 1991 Honda Shadow in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 H259 HEJ, 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.

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What year was H259 HEJ registered?

H259 HEJ is a 1991 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H259 HEJ safe to buy?

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