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B148 KNV

1985 Honda Z50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,337 mi
Last recorded1,337 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB148 KNV
MakeHonda
ModelZ50
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 1,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 1,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 1,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 1,081 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 1,067 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2019 986 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 4,754 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 511 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 4,445 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 4,560 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 4,287 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 4,165 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 4,165 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2012 3,674 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 3,264 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 2,572 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 2,572 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 15 May 2009 1,989 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 15 May 2009 1,989 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 1,944 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 1,944 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 1,720 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 1,021 miles

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 May 2006 1,021 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Z50?

Based on 907 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
117
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 6
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 6
Direction indicators not working 4
Horn not working 3
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 3
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B148 KNV is a 1985 Honda Z50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Honda Z50 fails its MOT is tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B148 KNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Z50 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 41 years old, this Honda Z50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B148 KNV registered?

B148 KNV is a 1985 Honda Z50, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B148 KNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B148 KNV shows 24 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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