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FTP 688X

1981 Honda Melody

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

6,096 mi
Last recorded6,096 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2024
Typical for 1981 Honda Melody4,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTP 688X
MakeHonda
ModelMelody
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2024 6,096 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 6,090 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 6,090 miles

Front suspension has reduced dampening effect

Pass 13 Jul 2020 6,090 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 6,090 miles

Offside Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 6,090 miles

Front shockabsorber weak

Rear shockabsorber weak

mileometer inoperative

Fail 23 Apr 2019 6,090 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front shockabsorber weak

Rear shockabsorber weak

mileometer inoperative

Pass 23 Apr 2018 6,090 miles

Front Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 6,090 miles

speedo/ mileometer inoperative

Fail 24 Apr 2017 6,090 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

speedo/ mileometer inoperative

Pass 27 Apr 2016 6,090 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 6,070 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 5,880 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 5,764 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 5,764 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 5,611 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 5,465 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 5,285 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 5,285 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

offside & nearside indicators slightly slow

Pass 28 Jun 2007 5,277 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 5,130 miles

rear tyre wearing low

Fail 22 Jun 2005 4,879 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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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FTP 688X is a 1981 Honda Melody in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1981 Honda Melody models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 4,108 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 fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FTP 688X, 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 45 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 FTP 688X registered?

FTP 688X is a 1981 Honda Melody, first registered on 27 August 1981.

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