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B740 CEV

1985 Honda C70

Red Petrol 69cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,137 mi
Last recorded13,137 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda C7017,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB740 CEV
MakeHonda
ModelC70
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine69cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2025 13,137 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 13,117 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 13,049 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 12,982 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 12,969 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 12,915 miles

Front tyre sidewall slightly perished

Pass 8 Oct 2019 12,838 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 12,808 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 12,795 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 12,421 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 12,174 miles

How Reliable is the Honda C70?

Based on 5,366 MOT tests across 1,329 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
165
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,329
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 44
Direction indicators not working 41
Horn not working 38
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B740 CEV is a 1985 Honda C70 in Red with a 69cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Honda C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 17,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda C70 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B740 CEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 41 years old, this Honda C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B740 CEV?

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What year was B740 CEV registered?

B740 CEV is a 1985 Honda C70, first registered on 29 March 1985.

Is B740 CEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B740 CEV shows 11 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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