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D973 ETC

1986 Honda Vision

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,667 mi
Last recorded4,667 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda Vision4,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD973 ETC
MakeHonda
ModelVision
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2025 4,667 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 4,664 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 4,637 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Jan 2013 4,569 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 3,846 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2011 3,840 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 3,322 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vision?

Based on 10,535 MOT tests across 2,353 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
206
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,353
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 154
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 122
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 113
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 96
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 93
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D973 ETC is a 1986 Honda Vision in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1986 Honda Vision models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 4,799 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vision fails its MOT is exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D973 ETC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vision typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Honda Vision is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D973 ETC registered?

D973 ETC is a 1986 Honda Vision, first registered on 15 September 1986.

Is D973 ETC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D973 ETC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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