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H579 NEL

1988 Honda Shadow

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,212 mi
Last recorded6,212 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 1988 Honda Shadow23,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH579 NEL
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 6,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 6,212 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 10 Sep 2015 5,705 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 4,647 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 2,935 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 737 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 23,217 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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H579 NEL is a 1988 Honda Shadow in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 23,499 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 H579 NEL, 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 38 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 H579 NEL registered?

H579 NEL is a 1988 Honda Shadow, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is H579 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H579 NEL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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