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J702 NLN

1998 Honda Beat

Silver Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,748 mi
Last recorded81,748 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Beat111,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ702 NLN
MakeHonda
ModelBeat
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2025 81,748 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2025 81,748 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding caliper (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 May 2024 81,389 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2023 81,226 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2022 80,837 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2021 80,493 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 78,086 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 77,813 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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J702 NLN is a 1998 Honda Beat in Silver with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J702 NLN, 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

How do I check the history of J702 NLN?

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What year was J702 NLN registered?

J702 NLN is a 1998 Honda Beat, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is J702 NLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J702 NLN 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 J702 NLN have outstanding finance?

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