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LWE 948W

1981 Honda Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,012 mi
Last recorded1,012 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2015
Typical for 1981 Honda Express3,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWE 948W
MakeHonda
ModelExpress
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2015 1,012 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 648 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 648 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Upper Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Honda Express?

Based on 737 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
77
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 7
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Horn not working 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
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LWE 948W is a 1981 Honda Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 3,010 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 Express fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LWE 948W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Express typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Honda Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LWE 948W?

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What year was LWE 948W registered?

LWE 948W is a 1981 Honda Express, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is LWE 948W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWE 948W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LWE 948W have outstanding finance?

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