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C216 DPP

1985 Honda C70

Red Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

20,489 mi
Last recorded20,489 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda C7017,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC216 DPP
MakeHonda
ModelC70
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 20,489 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

l/h grip not fully on, routing of throttle cable

Fail 23 Jul 2024 20,489 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

l/h grip not fully on, routing of throttle cable

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 20,087 miles

Front Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 19,923 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 19,164 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Feb 2020 19,164 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 18,296 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 17,271 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 17,271 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2017 16,277 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 15,167 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2016 15,167 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 13,985 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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C216 DPP is a 1985 Honda C70 in Red with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C216 DPP, 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.

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What year was C216 DPP registered?

C216 DPP is a 1985 Honda C70, first registered on 19 September 1985.

Is C216 DPP safe to buy?

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