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FDV 492T

1979 Honda Unknown

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

868 mi
Last recorded868 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1979 Honda Unknown15,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDV 492T
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 868 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2025 132,832 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 126,582 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side front discs worn but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 106,835 miles

Nearside Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated (4.11 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 85,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/r16c close. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Feb 2022 85,928 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/r16c close. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 64,725 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pads down to metal disc scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front day time running light not working.

Fail 16 Feb 2021 64,723 miles

Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road cracked screen. (3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pads down to metal. (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pads down to metal disc scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front day time running light not working.

Pass 12 Dec 2020 2 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 46,645 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/r16c tread on legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 24,980 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 24,966 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/65/r16c (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Honda Unknown?

Based on 19,752 MOT tests across 9,916 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
395
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
9,916
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
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FDV 492T is a 1979 Honda Unknown in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 15,198 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 Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FDV 492T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 47 years old, this Honda Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FDV 492T registered?

FDV 492T is a 1979 Honda Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is FDV 492T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDV 492T shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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