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MRD 328X

1981 Honda Melody

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

395 mi
Last recorded395 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2014
Typical for 1981 Honda Melody4,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRD 328X
MakeHonda
ModelMelody
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2014 395 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

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

front suspension rubber gaters damage

Pass 11 Aug 2011 9,816 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 8,727 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 8,710 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 8,707 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Honda Melody?

Based on 1,182 MOT tests across 251 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
95
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
251
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 23
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 18
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 10
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MRD 328X is a 1981 Honda Melody in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Honda Melody models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 4,108 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 Melody fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MRD 328X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MRD 328X registered?

MRD 328X is a 1981 Honda Melody, first registered on 28 September 1981.

Is MRD 328X safe to buy?

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