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EJ09 FBA

2009 Honda Lead

Silver Petrol 108cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,447 mi
Last recorded46,447 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda Lead14,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ09 FBA
MakeHonda
ModelLead
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine108cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 46,447 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot Both sides (1.1.1 (b))

Front Tyre has slight cracking sidewalls

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 May 2026 46,177 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot Both sides (1.1.1 (b))

Front Tyre has slight cracking sidewalls

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 45,288 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 44,484 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 43,261 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 39,010 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 38,256 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front fender slightly damaged

Nearside Front indicator lens missing but showing no white light

Offside Lower panels damaged

Rear suspension has reduced damping effect

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

no mirrors fitted

Fail 10 Jun 2016 36,494 miles

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2015 34,888 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 31,778 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 28,463 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 21,387 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Lead?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,358
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
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EJ09 FBA is a 2009 Honda Lead in Silver with a 108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Honda Lead models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 14,489 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Lead fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJ09 FBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Lead typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Honda Lead is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJ09 FBA registered?

EJ09 FBA is a 2009 Honda Lead, first registered on 10 June 2009.

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The MOT history for EJ09 FBA shows 12 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.

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