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DKE 354Y

1982 Honda Melody

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,883 mi
Last recorded1,883 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2011
Typical for 1982 Honda Melody4,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKE 354Y
MakeHonda
ModelMelody
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2011 1,883 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 1,833 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 1,750 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 1,073 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 1,073 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 737 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 467 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Melody?

Based on 1,182 MOT tests across 251 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
95
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
251
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 23
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 18
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 10
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DKE 354Y is a 1982 Honda Melody in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1982 Honda Melody models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 4,721 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Melody fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DKE 354Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Melody typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Honda Melody is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DKE 354Y registered?

DKE 354Y is a 1982 Honda Melody, first registered on 5 October 1982.

Is DKE 354Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKE 354Y 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.

Does DKE 354Y have outstanding finance?

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