29 Model Years Analyzed
Honda Shadow
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1983-2012), based on 222 DVSA recorded tests.
89.2%
Average Pass Rate
29
Model Years
0k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
1994 Honda Shadow MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
3 tests
1 tests
2 tests
10 tests
9 tests
9 tests
5 tests
7 tests
11 tests
8 tests
18 tests
3 tests
10 tests
10 tests
7 tests
10 tests
11 tests
11 tests
19 tests
6 tests
12 tests
4 tests
1 tests
7 tests
5 tests
6 tests
9 tests
4 tests
4 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps
- 2Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements
- 3Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake
- 4Exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted
- 5Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Honda Shadow?
The Honda Shadow has an average 89.2% MOT pass rate across model years 1983 to 2012, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Shadow?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Honda Shadow across all years are: a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Honda Shadow year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Honda Shadow model years.