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HBO 784W

1980 Honda Unknown

Silver Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

69,084 mi
Last recorded69,084 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 Honda Unknown15,411 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBO 784W
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 69,084 miles

Steering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

throttle sticking slightly

Fail 29 Jun 2018 69,074 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering head bearings has excessive wear or free play steering excessively notchy (2.2.2 (g))

Front Forks in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected due to seized front forks (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

throttle sticking slightly

Pass 25 May 2017 68,968 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

aftermarket front brake hoses fitted

condition of frame/frame painted

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

general condition of trike

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

slight movement in head bearings

throttle sticking slightly

Fail 18 May 2017 68,949 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (9.2.8c)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released with rear brake lever (1.2.1e)

Front shock absorber leaking oil (9.2.7b) DANGEROUS

IMPORTANT. Do not use failure or PRS against this item. For other braking component defects please enter 5430 in the 'Find item' box above. rear brake master cylinder insecure (9.3) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (9.2.4) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

aftermarket front brake hoses fitted

condition of frame/frame painted

general condition of trike

throttle sticking slightly

How Reliable is the Honda Unknown?

Based on 19,752 MOT tests across 9,916 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
395
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
9,916
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
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HBO 784W is a 1980 Honda Unknown in Silver with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 15,411 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 Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HBO 784W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 46 years old, this Honda Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HBO 784W registered?

HBO 784W is a 1980 Honda Unknown, first registered on 2 September 1980.

Is HBO 784W safe to buy?

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