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EPU 518Y

1982 Honda Melody Mini

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

4,228 mi
Last recorded4,228 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 1982 Honda Melody Mini4,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPU 518Y
MakeHonda
ModelMelody Mini
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 4,228 miles

Front Tyre sidewalls cracking

Rear Tyre sidewalls cracking

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

Fail 9 Mar 2021 4,228 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre sidewalls cracking

Rear Tyre sidewalls cracking

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 4,115 miles

Front Tyre side walls and tread cracking

Rear Tyre side walls and tread cracking

Fail 3 Mar 2020 4,115 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working Rear brake switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Side light not working

Front Tyre side walls and tread cracking

Rear Tyre side walls and tread cracking

Pass 9 Nov 2017 4,016 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Melody Mini?

Based on 1,037 MOT tests across 321 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
115
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 13
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 8
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EPU 518Y is a 1982 Honda Melody Mini in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Honda Melody Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 4,258 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 Melody Mini fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EPU 518Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EPU 518Y?

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What year was EPU 518Y registered?

EPU 518Y is a 1982 Honda Melody Mini, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is EPU 518Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPU 518Y shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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