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J385 FES

1992 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,395 mi
Last recorded26,395 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda Shadow21,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ385 FES
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 26,395 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 26,357 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 4 Apr 2019 26,322 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear tyre sidewall slight cracking detected

Pass 16 Apr 2017 26,301 miles

Rear swinging arm and frame corroding

Rear tyre sidewalls slight cracking

Pass 13 Aug 2015 26,222 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear tyre sidewalls slight cracking

Pass 9 Jun 2014 26,089 miles

rear tyre sidewall slight cracking

Fail 9 Jun 2014 26,089 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

rear tyre sidewall slight cracking

Fail 10 Jun 2013 25,558 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

rear tyre sidewall slight cracking

Pass 10 Jun 2013 25,558 miles

rear tyre sidewall slight cracking

Fail 9 May 2012 25,107 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear tyre sidewall slight cracking

Pass 9 May 2012 25,107 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear tyre sidewall slight cracking

Pass 28 Apr 2011 24,385 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 23,704 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 22,126 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 20,925 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 20,881 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 20,574 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 19,822 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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J385 FES is a 1992 Honda Shadow in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1992 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 21,595 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 J385 FES, 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 34 years old, this Honda Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J385 FES registered?

J385 FES is a 1992 Honda Shadow, first registered on 25 March 1992.

Is J385 FES safe to buy?

The MOT history for J385 FES shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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