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M513 TML

1994 Honda Shadow

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

4,692 mi
Last recorded4,692 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda Shadow20,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM513 TML
MakeHonda
ModelShadow
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 4,692 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 4,454 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2024 4,440 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 3,888 miles

Front Exhaust slightly loose rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 2,057 miles

No rear mudguard fitted.

Fail 14 Mar 2022 2,044 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

No rear mudguard fitted.

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 983 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2020 17,546 miles
Fail 15 May 2020 17,546 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 17,517 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust noisier than standard item

Pass 22 Oct 2015 17,436 miles

Rear Tyre has slightly perished

Fail 10 Oct 2015 17,436 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Rear Direction indicator missing Both (1.5.1a)

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Tyre has slightly perished

Fail 16 Jul 2014 16,701 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 16,701 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 16,467 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 16,125 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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M513 TML is a 1994 Honda Shadow in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1994 Honda Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,521 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 M513 TML, 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 32 years old, this Honda Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M513 TML registered?

M513 TML is a 1994 Honda Shadow, first registered on 6 August 1994.

Is M513 TML safe to buy?

The MOT history for M513 TML shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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