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C593 AWK

1986 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

23,748 mi
Last recorded23,748 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1986 Honda Shadow28,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC593 AWK
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 23,748 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 20,848 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 20,270 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 19,305 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 16,992 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 15,400 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2020 15,400 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2019 15,398 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 15,181 miles

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

Side stand switch u/s

Pass 7 Apr 2015 14,438 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2015 14,438 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 4 Dec 2013 13,850 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 13,850 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 13,796 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 134,416 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 13,035 miles

Left hand lock stop is broken and this allows the bottom yoke to foul the plastic frame cover.

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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C593 AWK is a 1986 Honda Shadow in Red with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1986 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 28,839 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 C593 AWK, 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 40 years old, this Honda Shadow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C593 AWK registered?

C593 AWK is a 1986 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C593 AWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C593 AWK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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