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A231 FVO

2012 Honda Unknown

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

8,949 mi
Last recorded8,949 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Unknown71,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA231 FVO
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 8,949 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2025 179,198 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 8,151 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2025 179,190 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 7,001 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 7,001 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2023 173,254 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front levelling device for headlights slight damage

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear both rear tyres badly worn

Fail 15 Dec 2023 173,254 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front levelling device for headlights slight damage

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear both rear tyres badly worn

Pass 29 Nov 2022 163,446 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 7,971 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 150,263 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PIT (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 6,979 miles

Offside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear rear passenger grab rail cracked but does not effect function

Pass 27 Nov 2020 137,946 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 6,679 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2019 5,931 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 115,976 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 4,126 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2018 103,185 miles

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 12 Sep 2017 3,151 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 96,779 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 May 2016 91,334 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 91,334 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2016 7,971 miles

No lights at time of test

Pass 12 May 2016 91,038 miles

child seat fitted at n/s/r and o/s/r seat cannot inspect belts

o/s/r Tyre worn inner edge

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 5 May 2015 68,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Honda Unknown?

Based on 19,752 MOT tests across 9,916 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
395
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
9,916
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
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A231 FVO is a 2012 Honda Unknown in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2012 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 71,271 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 Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A231 FVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 14 years old, this Honda Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A231 FVO registered?

A231 FVO is a 2012 Honda Unknown, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is A231 FVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A231 FVO shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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