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HEX 153Y

1983 Honda Nighthawk

Brown Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

44,965 mi
Last recorded44,965 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1983 Honda Nighthawk26,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEX 153Y
MakeHonda
ModelNighthawk
Year1983
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 44,965 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 44,632 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 44,632 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 44,101 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 44,101 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 43,912 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

offside exhaust heatshield bolt missing

Fail 10 Apr 2006 43,912 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

offside exhaust heatshield bolt missing

How Reliable is the Honda Nighthawk?

Based on 1,396 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
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HEX 153Y is a 1983 Honda Nighthawk in Brown with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1983 Honda Nighthawk models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 26,696 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 Nighthawk fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HEX 153Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Nighthawk typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Honda Nighthawk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HEX 153Y registered?

HEX 153Y is a 1983 Honda Nighthawk, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HEX 153Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEX 153Y shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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