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N621 TNL

1996 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,928 mi
Last recorded34,928 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Shadow18,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN621 TNL
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 34,928 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2025 34,928 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 34,544 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 21 Oct 2024 34,544 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 33,568 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 31,810 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 31,808 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 May 2019 31,443 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 30,731 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

exhaust system noisey

Pass 9 May 2016 29,469 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 29,469 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 26,980 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 23,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 May 2014 23,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 4 Apr 2013 21,631 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 21,631 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 18,806 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 18,265 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 17,463 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 15,833 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 14,772 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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N621 TNL is a 1996 Honda Shadow in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N621 TNL, 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 N621 TNL registered?

N621 TNL is a 1996 Honda Shadow, first registered on 29 May 1996.

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