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GKA 497N

1974 Honda C70

Red Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,729 mi
Last recorded6,729 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 1974 Honda C708,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKA 497N
MakeHonda
ModelC70
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 6,729 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 6,613 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 6,613 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

side walls cracking on front tyre

side walls cracking on rear tyre

Fail 31 Jul 2010 6,613 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

side walls cracking on front tyre

side walls cracking on rear tyre

Fail 7 Jul 2010 6,613 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front tyre side walls cracking

rear tyre side walls cracking

Pass 3 Jun 2009 6,607 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda C70?

Based on 5,366 MOT tests across 1,329 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
165
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,329
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 44
Direction indicators not working 41
Horn not working 38
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GKA 497N is a 1974 Honda C70 in Red with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Honda C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 8,917 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 C70 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GKA 497N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 52 years old, this Honda C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GKA 497N registered?

GKA 497N is a 1974 Honda C70, first registered on 9 October 1974.

Is GKA 497N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKA 497N shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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