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J509 JOU

1997 Honda Beat

Red Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,816 mi
Last recorded115,816 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Beat74,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ509 JOU
MakeHonda
ModelBeat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 115,816 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 115,816 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 114,865 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 114,308 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 112,946 miles

2 bolts missing from exhaust bracket ( exhaust secure )

Pass 17 Aug 2006 104,866 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 104,866 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

one battery top missing †offside inner driveshaft boot split †2 bolts missing from exhaust bracket. however exhaust secure

Pass 16 Aug 2005 97,229 miles

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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J509 JOU is a 1997 Honda Beat in Red with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda Beat models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 74,816 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 Beat fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J509 JOU, 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 29 years old, this Honda Beat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J509 JOU?

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What year was J509 JOU registered?

J509 JOU is a 1997 Honda Beat, first registered on 11 December 1997.

Is J509 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J509 JOU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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