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MDL 816W

1981 Honda Cub

Blue Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

24,197 mi
Last recorded24,197 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDL 816W
MakeHonda
ModelCub
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 24,197 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear advise rear brake pedal has travel but not excessive,not much adjustment left on brake rod

exhaust modified and prevents operation of center stand

Pass 16 Sep 2019 21,300 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

exhaust modified and prevents operation of center stand

Fail 11 Sep 2019 21,286 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced no beam image visible (4.1.4 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

exhaust modified and prevents operation of center stand

Fail 9 Sep 2019 21,286 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicators (4.3.3 (b))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 20,302 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

slight damping effect to rear shocks

Fail 29 Aug 2018 20,227 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

slight damping effect to rear shocks

Pass 12 Sep 2017 18,295 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear light cracking

Pass 3 Sep 2016 16,378 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 14,208 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 12,601 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 12,560 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 11,519 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2010 8,342 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 8,222 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cub?

Based on 774 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
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MDL 816W is a 1981 Honda Cub in Blue with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

The most common reason a Honda Cub fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MDL 816W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cub typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 45 years old, this Honda Cub is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MDL 816W registered?

MDL 816W is a 1981 Honda Cub, first registered on 26 March 1981.

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The MOT history for MDL 816W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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