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B522 SPW

1985 Honda Express II

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,029 mi
Last recorded1,029 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda Express II5,463 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB522 SPW
MakeHonda
ModelExpress II
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 1,029 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 1,021 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 944 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 944 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 879 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 800 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 715 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 700 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

How Reliable is the Honda Express II?

Based on 835 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
85
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 12
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 12
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp 9
Direction indicators not working 8
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B522 SPW is a 1985 Honda Express II in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Honda Express II models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 5,463 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 Express II fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B522 SPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Express II typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Honda Express II is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B522 SPW registered?

B522 SPW is a 1985 Honda Express II, first registered on 5 February 1985.

Is B522 SPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B522 SPW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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