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HG54 TFJ

2004 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests31 (19 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate61.3%

Mileage

61,861 mi
Last recorded61,861 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda Shadow19,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG54 TFJ
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 12 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 61,861 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 81,315 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 80,942 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 79,630 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 79,630 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 74,031 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 68,549 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 63,757 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 63,757 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2019 58,878 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 58,878 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 51,942 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 51,942 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 47,125 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Feb 2017 47,125 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 42,416 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2016 42,416 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 40,721 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 40,721 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 38,617 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 38,617 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 36,611 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2012 34,422 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 34,422 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 31,580 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2010 27,033 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 27,033 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 24,016 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Jan 2009 24,016 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2007 19,187 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2007 19,187 miles

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

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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HG54 TFJ is a 2004 Honda Shadow in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 19,136 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 HG54 TFJ, 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 22 years old, this Honda Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HG54 TFJ registered?

HG54 TFJ is a 2004 Honda Shadow, first registered on 7 December 2004.

Is HG54 TFJ safe to buy?

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