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L657 UVG

1998 Honda Unknown

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,476 mi
Last recorded17,476 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Unknown18,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL657 UVG
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 17,476 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 17,476 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 15,677 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 15,045 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 12,190 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 11,634 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 11,454 miles

No indicators fitted at time of test (off road type machine)

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

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

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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L657 UVG is a 1998 Honda Unknown in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 18,950 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L657 UVG, 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 28 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 L657 UVG?

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What year was L657 UVG registered?

L657 UVG is a 1998 Honda Unknown, first registered on 23 March 1998.

Is L657 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L657 UVG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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