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L354 HYO

1996 Honda Unknown

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

1,681 mi
Last recorded1,681 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Unknown16,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL354 HYO
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 1,681 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy Original exhaust fitted requires replacement (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard missing

Pass 3 Jun 2025 869 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Mudguard missing

Pass 3 Jun 2024 471 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust pipes look correct to the motorcycle (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard missing

Rear Chain guard missing

Rear Indicators are of LED type and mounted to the frame ,recommend replacement to stalk type

Rear Number plate mounted on rear mudguard and not vertical! Recommend adjustment

Fail 3 Jun 2024 471 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust pipes look correct to the motorcycle (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard missing

Headlamp aim too high Very high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Chain guard missing

Rear Indicators are of LED type and mounted to the frame ,recommend replacement to stalk type

Rear Number plate mounted on rear mudguard and not vertical! Recommend adjustment

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2021 439 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 50 miles

Aftermarket indicators fitted

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard missing

Numberplate angle high

Fail 20 May 2020 50 miles

Aftermarket indicators fitted

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard missing

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Numberplate angle high

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 2,403 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front mudguard missing

Rear LED indicators fitted not very easy to see

Fail 28 Aug 2018 2,403 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front mudguard missing

Rear LED indicators fitted not very easy to see

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 394 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 8,668 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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L354 HYO is a 1996 Honda Unknown in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L354 HYO, 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 L354 HYO?

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What year was L354 HYO registered?

L354 HYO is a 1996 Honda Unknown, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is L354 HYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L354 HYO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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