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K101 SHR

1993 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,642 mi
Last recorded25,642 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2025
Typical for 1993 Honda Shadow18,056 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK101 SHR
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2025 25,642 miles

Exhaust noisy.

Pass 7 Dec 2022 25,357 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 24,460 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 24,460 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 21,418 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 21,369 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

front footpegs slightly bent

Fail 20 Jul 2015 21,369 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

front footpegs slightly bent

Pass 7 Jul 2014 21,298 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear brake pedal has slighty long travel

Rear carrier slightly loose

footrests slighty bent

Pass 5 Jun 2013 1,129 miles

prop coupling nut missing

rear tyre perished

Pass 16 Apr 2012 678 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 11 May 2011 498 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2010 222 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 20,217 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 19,682 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 16 May 2008 19,682 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 18,575 miles

brake master cylinder incorecly mounted

Fail 18 Apr 2007 18,575 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

brake master cylinder incorectly mounted

Pass 27 Apr 2006 17,925 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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K101 SHR is a 1993 Honda Shadow in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1993 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 18,056 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 K101 SHR, 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 33 years old, this Honda Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K101 SHR registered?

K101 SHR is a 1993 Honda Shadow, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K101 SHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K101 SHR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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