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J855 NLN

1999 Honda Beat

Green Other 660cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,527 mi
Last recorded96,527 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda Beat94,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ855 NLN
MakeHonda
ModelBeat
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine660cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 96,527 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 95,188 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 94,635 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 94,592 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 92,285 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 91,190 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019
Fail 6 Aug 2019 84,572 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 81,978 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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J855 NLN is a 1999 Honda Beat in Green with a 660cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Honda Beat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 94,766 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 J855 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 27 years old, this Honda Beat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J855 NLN?

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What year was J855 NLN registered?

J855 NLN is a 1999 Honda Beat, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is J855 NLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J855 NLN shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J855 NLN have outstanding finance?

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