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B396 NRT

1985 Honda Melody

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,683 mi
Last recorded5,683 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda Melody5,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB396 NRT
MakeHonda
ModelMelody
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 May 2024 5,683 miles

Central Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 24 May 2021 5,603 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 5,558 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 5,555 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 5,555 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 5,555 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 5,555 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 5,555 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 5,555 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 5,555 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 5,555 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 5,555 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 5,086 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 4,469 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Melody?

Based on 1,182 MOT tests across 251 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
95
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
251
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 23
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 18
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 10
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B396 NRT is a 1985 Honda Melody in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Honda Melody models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 5,555 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Melody fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B396 NRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Melody typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 41 years old, this Honda Melody is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of B396 NRT?

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What year was B396 NRT registered?

B396 NRT is a 1985 Honda Melody, first registered on 4 April 1985.

Is B396 NRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B396 NRT shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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