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J88 EAT

1991 Honda Beat

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

127,970 mi
Last recorded127,970 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda Beat90,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 EAT
MakeHonda
ModelBeat
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 127,970 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 127,250 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 127,201 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 126,541 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 125,462 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 124,170 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 124,168 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2019 123,143 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 123,117 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 122,247 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 122,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 121,648 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 121,466 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Mar 2015 121,466 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 120,660 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 120,221 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 119,771 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front discs corroded

inner sill panels weak

sill panels weak

Pass 8 Feb 2011 118,809 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

dip headlight flate pattern

front brake discs corroded

Fail 8 Feb 2011 118,809 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

dip headlight flate pattern

front brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2010 115,823 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 109,786 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 102,660 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 94,965 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 85,458 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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J88 EAT is a 1991 Honda Beat in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1991 Honda Beat models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 90,622 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 J88 EAT, 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 35 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 J88 EAT registered?

J88 EAT is a 1991 Honda Beat, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J88 EAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J88 EAT shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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