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D279 RAM

1986 Honda NH80

Blue Petrol 79cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

9,248 mi
Last recorded9,248 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda NH805,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD279 RAM
MakeHonda
ModelNH80
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine79cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 9,248 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 9,217 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 9,217 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 9,214 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 9,212 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 9,126 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 9,070 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2013 9,070 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 9,036 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 8,967 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 8,965 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 8,862 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 8,691 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 8,691 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2008 8,509 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 8,374 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 8,142 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NH80?

Based on 1,569 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
250
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 44
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 25
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 18
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
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D279 RAM is a 1986 Honda NH80 in Blue with a 79cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1986 Honda NH80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 5,996 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda NH80 fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D279 RAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NH80 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 40 years old, this Honda NH80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D279 RAM registered?

D279 RAM is a 1986 Honda NH80, first registered on 30 October 1986.

Is D279 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D279 RAM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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