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EVW 242Y

1982 Honda Melody

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,437 mi
Last recorded3,437 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda Melody4,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVW 242Y
MakeHonda
ModelMelody
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2022 3,437 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 2,880 miles

Front Front tyre has some cracking

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

Pass 23 Jun 2020 2,270 miles

Front Tyre perishing

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

Rear suspension has reduced damping

Pass 20 Jun 2019 1,717 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 1,127 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 535 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2016 9,985 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 9,487 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 8,778 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 7,796 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 7,067 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 5,982 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 4,796 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 3,535 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 2,077 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 1,069 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2006 9,266 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 11 Jun 2005 7,989 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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EVW 242Y is a 1982 Honda Melody in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EVW 242Y, 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 EVW 242Y registered?

EVW 242Y is a 1982 Honda Melody, first registered on 3 August 1982.

Is EVW 242Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EVW 242Y shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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