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DBN 234V

1979 Honda C70

Blue Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,899 mi
Last recorded7,899 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Honda C7010,204 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBN 234V
MakeHonda
ModelC70
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 7,899 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 7,865 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 7,847 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 7,668 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 7,658 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 7,032 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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DBN 234V is a 1979 Honda C70 in Blue with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Honda C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 10,204 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 DBN 234V, 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 47 years old, this Honda C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DBN 234V registered?

DBN 234V is a 1979 Honda C70, first registered on 12 November 1979.

Is DBN 234V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBN 234V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DBN 234V have outstanding finance?

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