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J551 BHJ

1996 Honda Unknown

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,701 mi
Last recorded55,701 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Unknown16,168 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ551 BHJ
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 55,701 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 55,623 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 10,619 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 55,430 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 55,383 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 55,124 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2020 55,124 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 54,575 miles

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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J551 BHJ is a 1996 Honda Unknown in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 16,168 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J551 BHJ, 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 30 years old, this Honda Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J551 BHJ?

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What year was J551 BHJ registered?

J551 BHJ is a 1996 Honda Unknown, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is J551 BHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J551 BHJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J551 BHJ have outstanding finance?

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