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H387 BOW

1990 Honda Dax

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

13,571 mi
Last recorded13,571 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda Dax5,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH387 BOW
MakeHonda
ModelDax
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 13,571 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 13,537 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 13,445 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 13,397 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 13,356 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 13,356 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 13,351 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear rear shocks slightly reduced damping affect

Pass 8 Sep 2018 13,237 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 13,201 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 13,190 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Fail 23 Jul 2015 13,181 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 13,089 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 13,041 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 13,028 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Dax?

Based on 1,799 MOT tests across 359 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
59
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
359
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 9
Horn not working 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 8
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H387 BOW is a 1990 Honda Dax in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1990 Honda Dax models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 5,166 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 Dax fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H387 BOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Dax typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 36 years old, this Honda Dax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H387 BOW registered?

H387 BOW is a 1990 Honda Dax, first registered on 7 August 1990.

Is H387 BOW safe to buy?

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