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B423 ACV

1984 Honda Melody Mini

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

3,129 mi
Last recorded3,129 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 1984 Honda Melody Mini5,507 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB423 ACV
MakeHonda
ModelMelody Mini
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 3,129 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 3,129 miles

Front Tyre perished but cords not exposed

Front suspension gaiters perished

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 3,129 miles

Battery discharged

Front Tyre perished but cords not exposed.

Front fork gaitors perished/ split.

Pass 21 Aug 2019 3,129 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 3,129 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 3,129 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 3,129 miles

Exhaust heat shield missing.

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front fork/ damper gaiters perished.

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 3,128 miles

Fork gaitors perished.

Front tyre perished but cords not exposed.

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 17 Jun 2015 3,128 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Battery discharged.

Fork gaitors perished.

Front tyre perished but cords not exposed.

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 3,128 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 3,128 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside and offside fork gaiters perished.

Rear brake requires adjustment.

Pass 31 Jul 2012 3,129 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 3,129 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 18 Jun 2010 3,130 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 3,129 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 3,129 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 3,129 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Melody Mini?

Based on 1,037 MOT tests across 321 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
115
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 13
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 8
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B423 ACV is a 1984 Honda Melody Mini in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1984 Honda Melody Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 5,507 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 Melody Mini fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B423 ACV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Melody Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 42 years old, this Honda Melody Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B423 ACV registered?

B423 ACV is a 1984 Honda Melody Mini, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is B423 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B423 ACV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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