Honda Shadow
MotorcycleFrom 317 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 4 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 3 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute | 2 |
| a wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up or directional control impaired | 2 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 1 |
| a stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 4.3% of Shadow failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £45.
Typical mileage
Half of all Shadows tested had between 14,700 and 32,164 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 23,600 median miles, the Shadow has 0.055 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Shadow MOT pass rate?
The Honda Shadow has a 87.1% MOT pass rate based on 317 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Shadow?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Shadow is a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Shadow at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Shadow is 23,600 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 14,700 and 32,164 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.