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F278 YEX

1988 Honda Vision

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,935 mi
Last recorded4,935 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2014
Typical for 1988 Honda Vision5,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF278 YEX
MakeHonda
ModelVision
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2014 4,935 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 4,843 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 4,731 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 4,329 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 4,329 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 3,725 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 3,160 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 3,160 miles

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 2,688 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 2,215 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Vision?

Based on 10,535 MOT tests across 2,353 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
206
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,353
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 154
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 122
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 113
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 96
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 93
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F278 YEX is a 1988 Honda Vision in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Honda Vision models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 5,384 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 Vision fails its MOT is exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F278 YEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vision typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Honda Vision is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F278 YEX registered?

F278 YEX is a 1988 Honda Vision, first registered on 21 October 1988.

Is F278 YEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F278 YEX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F278 YEX have outstanding finance?

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