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J421 WRX

1998 Honda Beat

Yellow Petrol 657cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

89,402 mi
Last recorded89,402 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda Beat111,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ421 WRX
MakeHonda
ModelBeat
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine657cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2014 89,402 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 89,402 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 88,398 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs scorred

Pass 26 May 2011 86,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s washer jet partially blocked

Pass 3 Jun 2010 85,073 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 82,618 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 80,631 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 77,587 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 75,289 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Honda Beat?

Based on 1,958 MOT tests across 187 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
896
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
187
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 38
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 36
fog lamp not working 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
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J421 WRX is a 1998 Honda Beat in Yellow with a 657cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda Beat models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 111,516 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Beat fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J421 WRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Beat typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Beat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J421 WRX registered?

J421 WRX is a 1998 Honda Beat, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is J421 WRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J421 WRX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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