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L571 RHJ

1998 Honda Beat

Silver Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

178,855 mi
Last recorded178,855 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Beat111,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL571 RHJ
MakeHonda
ModelBeat
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 178,855 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 9 May 2026 178,855 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2025 178,621 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 178,565 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 May 2024 178,565 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2023 178,503 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2023 178,503 miles

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 178,384 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively caliper slight resistance (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 May 2021 178,303 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 May 2021 178,303 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Passenger's seat insecure rear bolts missing (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 178,255 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 178,198 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 178,133 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 177,904 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 177,902 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 May 2015 177,278 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 172,291 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 172,291 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 155,903 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 140,478 miles

o/s h/brake cable dust boot split

Pass 21 May 2010 126,117 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 May 2009 106,577 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 104,907 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 102,565 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2006 101,440 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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L571 RHJ is a 1998 Honda Beat in Silver with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 L571 RHJ, 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

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What year was L571 RHJ registered?

L571 RHJ is a 1998 Honda Beat, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is L571 RHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L571 RHJ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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