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GRC 146V

1980 Honda C70

Red Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

41,765 mi
Last recorded41,765 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Honda C7012,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRC 146V
MakeHonda
ModelC70
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 41,765 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both shockers (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 12 Aug 2019 41,763 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both shockers (5.3.2 (c))

strong smell of fuel no visible leak

Pass 10 Aug 2018 41,601 miles

REAR BRAKE LEVER / PEDAL HAS SOME SIDE TO SIDE MOVEMENT

TOP BOX SLIGHTLY OBSCURING REAR LAMP

Pass 21 Aug 2017 41,512 miles

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn pedal linkage (3.2.A1d)

Fail 21 Aug 2017 41,512 miles

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn pedal linkage (3.2.A1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 41,445 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 41,445 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp indicaters (1.3.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 41,391 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 40,667 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 39,346 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 36,108 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 32,604 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 30,920 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 29,312 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 29,312 miles

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

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

Fail 24 Jul 2008 26,542 miles

Front Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 26,542 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 23,912 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 23,912 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 20,526 miles

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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GRC 146V is a 1980 Honda C70 in Red with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 Honda C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 12,036 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 GRC 146V, 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 46 years old, this Honda C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GRC 146V registered?

GRC 146V is a 1980 Honda C70, first registered on 23 January 1980.

Is GRC 146V safe to buy?

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