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GTY 53L

1973 Honda ST70

Red Petrol 70cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

11,509 mi
Last recorded11,509 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 1973 Honda ST705,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTY 53L
MakeHonda
ModelST70
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine70cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 11,509 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 11,155 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 10,970 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 10,970 miles

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 10,606 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 10,102 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 10,102 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 9,822 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 9,822 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 9,706 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 9,705 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 9,622 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 9,622 miles

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

How Reliable is the Honda ST70?

Based on 2,368 MOT tests across 605 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
49
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
605
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Horn not working 29
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 16
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 13
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GTY 53L is a 1973 Honda ST70 in Red with a 70cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1973 Honda ST70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 5,478 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 ST70 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GTY 53L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST70 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Honda ST70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GTY 53L?

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What year was GTY 53L registered?

GTY 53L is a 1973 Honda ST70, first registered on 15 March 1973.

Is GTY 53L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTY 53L shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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