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K141 SLX

1996 Honda Shadow

Brown Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,934 mi
Last recorded43,934 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Shadow18,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK141 SLX
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1996
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 43,934 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 43,909 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 43,883 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 43,828 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 43,810 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 43,763 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 43,755 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 43,755 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 43,755 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 43,755 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 43,755 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 43,755 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 43,755 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 43,755 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 43,755 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 16 Oct 2012 43,755 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 43,755 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 43,755 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 43,755 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 43,755 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 43,755 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 43,755 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 43,755 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 43,755 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 43,755 miles

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

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

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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K141 SLX is a 1996 Honda Shadow in Brown with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 18,556 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 K141 SLX, 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 30 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 K141 SLX registered?

K141 SLX is a 1996 Honda Shadow, first registered on 29 August 1996.

Is K141 SLX safe to buy?

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