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A231 FVO

1983 Honda Unknown

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,949 mi
Last recorded8,949 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 1983 Honda Unknown19,905 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA231 FVO
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 8,949 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 8,151 miles
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 15 Apr 2022 7,971 miles
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 21 Sep 2020 6,679 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2019 5,931 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 4,126 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 3,151 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 7,971 miles

No lights at time of test

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 1983 Honda Unknown in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1983 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 19,905 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 43 years old, this Honda Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A231 FVO?

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What year was A231 FVO registered?

A231 FVO is a 1983 Honda Unknown, first registered on 7 October 1983.

Is A231 FVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A231 FVO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A231 FVO have outstanding finance?

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