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A227 LDV

1983 Honda Melody Mini

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,205 mi
Last recorded6,205 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2010
Typical for 1983 Honda Melody Mini5,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA227 LDV
MakeHonda
ModelMelody Mini
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2010 6,205 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

slight cracking on front tyre

Pass 7 Oct 2009 5,715 miles

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

slight cracking on front tyre

Fail 6 Oct 2009 5,715 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

slight cracking on front tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2008 4,965 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 4,381 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 4,012 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Melody Mini?

Based on 1,037 MOT tests across 321 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
115
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 13
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 8
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A227 LDV is a 1983 Honda Melody Mini in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Honda Melody Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 5,784 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Melody Mini fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A227 LDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Melody Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Honda Melody Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A227 LDV registered?

A227 LDV is a 1983 Honda Melody Mini, first registered on 30 September 1983.

Is A227 LDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A227 LDV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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