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FT08 BVM

2008 Honda Lead

Red Petrol 110cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

33,355 mi
Last recorded33,355 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda Lead10,434 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 BVM
MakeHonda
ModelLead
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine110cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 33,355 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 33,355 miles

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 27,465 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 26 Sep 2019 27,462 miles

Rear Brake component modification unsafe (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Roller brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 11,078 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 9,129 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 8,189 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 7,219 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 6,408 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2014 6,408 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 5,505 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 4,597 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 3,595 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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FT08 BVM is a 2008 Honda Lead in Red with a 110cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda Lead models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 10,434 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 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 FT08 BVM, 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 18 years old, this Honda Lead is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FT08 BVM registered?

FT08 BVM is a 2008 Honda Lead, first registered on 29 June 2008.

Is FT08 BVM safe to buy?

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