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SG58 VFB

2008 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,346 mi
Last recorded10,346 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Shadow12,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG58 VFB
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 10,346 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 7,360 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2024 7,209 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2023 3,892 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2023 3,892 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Oct 2016 3,290 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swinging arm (6.1.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 3,114 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 2,543 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 2,074 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 1,967 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 1,802 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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SG58 VFB is a 2008 Honda Shadow in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 12,043 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 SG58 VFB, 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 18 years old, this Honda Shadow is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SG58 VFB registered?

SG58 VFB is a 2008 Honda Shadow, first registered on 21 October 2008.

Is SG58 VFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG58 VFB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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