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A543 YGF

1984 Honda Magna

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

77,449 mi
Last recorded77,449 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 1984 Honda Magna34,118 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA543 YGF
MakeHonda
ModelMagna
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 77,449 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 15 Aug 2016 77,434 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 76,001 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2015 76,001 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 72,266 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 72,261 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 72,074 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 Sep 2011 72,070 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 69,555 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 69,551 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 63,714 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 61,534 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 57,255 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 55,547 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Magna?

Based on 2,394 MOT tests across 257 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
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A543 YGF is a 1984 Honda Magna in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1984 Honda Magna models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 34,118 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 Magna fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A543 YGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Magna typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Honda Magna is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A543 YGF registered?

A543 YGF is a 1984 Honda Magna, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A543 YGF safe to buy?

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