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B723 VTP

1985 Honda Melody Mini

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

2,909 mi
Last recorded2,909 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2009
Typical for 1985 Honda Melody Mini5,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB723 VTP
MakeHonda
ModelMelody Mini
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2009 2,909 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 2,476 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 2,476 miles

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

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

chassis rusty condition slight buckle front wheel

Pass 30 Apr 2007 2,032 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 2,032 miles

Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Front suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear rack insicure

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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B723 VTP is a 1985 Honda Melody Mini in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1985 Honda Melody Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 5,148 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 B723 VTP, 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 41 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 B723 VTP registered?

B723 VTP is a 1985 Honda Melody Mini, first registered on 23 March 1985.

Is B723 VTP safe to buy?

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