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C871 DVS

1985 Honda Melody Mini

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

6,350 mi
Last recorded6,350 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda Melody Mini5,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC871 DVS
MakeHonda
ModelMelody Mini
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 6,350 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 6,106 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 5,653 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 5,216 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 4,742 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 4,353 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2020 4,353 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 3,401 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 3,399 miles

Fuel system component leaking carb (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2015 3,075 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 3,062 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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C871 DVS is a 1985 Honda Melody Mini in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 C871 DVS, 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 C871 DVS registered?

C871 DVS is a 1985 Honda Melody Mini, first registered on 12 September 1985.

Is C871 DVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C871 DVS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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