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JDB 755V

1980 Honda C70

Red Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

8,402 mi
Last recorded8,402 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 1980 Honda C7012,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDB 755V
MakeHonda
ModelC70
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 8,402 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 8,323 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 8,210 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 8,197 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 8,197 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 8,178 miles

Front Front tyre is worn slightly.

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 8,164 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 8,138 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 8,072 miles

Front front suspension has slighty reduced damping.

Headraces are slighty notchy with wheel raised.

Pass 26 Oct 2017 8,034 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 7,979 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 7,923 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 7,896 miles

Cushdrive rubbers are worn slightly.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Nov 2013 7,864 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 7,814 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 7,814 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 7,751 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 7,633 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 7,632 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2009 7,333 miles

How Reliable is the Honda C70?

Based on 5,366 MOT tests across 1,329 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
165
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,329
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 44
Direction indicators not working 41
Horn not working 38
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JDB 755V is a 1980 Honda C70 in Red with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1980 Honda C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 12,036 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda C70 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JDB 755V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 46 years old, this Honda C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JDB 755V registered?

JDB 755V is a 1980 Honda C70, first registered on 26 March 1980.

Is JDB 755V safe to buy?

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