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B321 ODL

1985 Honda Magna

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,490 mi
Last recorded41,490 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 1985 Honda Magna25,084 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB321 ODL
MakeHonda
ModelMagna
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 41,490 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front mud guard missing

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

exhaust baffles fitted for test

exhaust bandage fitted for test to secure exhaust silencers

Fail 27 May 2022 41,490 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front mud guard missing

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

exhaust baffles fitted for test

exhaust bandage fitted for test to secure exhaust silencers

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected would not return (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 41,069 miles

beam bender fitted at time of test

exhaust collector box deteriorated and blowing slightly

Pass 19 Aug 2017 40,903 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 39,897 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey exhaust leak (7.1.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain well worn // dry (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 39,897 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey exhaust leak (7.1.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain well worn // dry (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 39,403 miles

FRONT TYRE SIDE WALLS PERISH

Fail 27 Aug 2014 39,403 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

FRONT TYRE SIDE WALLS PERISH

Pass 1 Jul 2006 38,395 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Jun 2006 38,372 miles

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

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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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B321 ODL is a 1985 Honda Magna in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1985 Honda Magna models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 25,084 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 B321 ODL, 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 41 years old, this Honda Magna is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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B321 ODL is a 1985 Honda Magna, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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