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MDH 969K

1972 Honda ST70

White Petrol 140cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,517 mi
Last recorded2,517 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 1972 Honda ST707,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDH 969K
MakeHonda
ModelST70
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine140cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 2,517 miles

Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Chain guard missing

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose End can (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

light switch knob missing

Fail 7 Sep 2024 2,517 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose End can (6.1.2 (a))

Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Chain guard missing

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

light switch knob missing

Fail 3 Sep 2024 2,517 miles

Footrest missing Both pillion (6.2.12 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment operating angle of rear brake excessive (1.1.15 (f))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Excessive play at swinging arm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Riders seat insecure not secured at rear (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Some rim to hub fixing bolts slightly short

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

Front brake fluid on minimum

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Some rim to hub fixing bolts slightly short

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

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

Chain guard missing

Headlamp/light switch knob broken off but can just be operated

Pass 4 Jul 2014 457 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 450 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 4 miles

How Reliable is the Honda ST70?

Based on 2,368 MOT tests across 605 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
49
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
605
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Horn not working 29
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 16
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 13
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MDH 969K is a 1972 Honda ST70 in White with a 140cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Honda ST70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 7,913 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 ST70 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MDH 969K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST70 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Honda ST70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MDH 969K registered?

MDH 969K is a 1972 Honda ST70, first registered on 31 December 1972.

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