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NGP 838Y

1983 Honda C70

Red Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,186 mi
Last recorded1,186 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1983 Honda C7014,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGP 838Y
MakeHonda
ModelC70
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2026 1,186 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front mudguard missing.

Pass 28 Apr 2025 1,143 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 1,018 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement SWING ARM BUSH PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 903 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 709 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020
Pass 21 Jul 2018

Front Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively SLIGHT PLAY IN SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

NO LIGHTS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

How Reliable is the Honda C70?

Based on 5,366 MOT tests across 1,329 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
165
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,329
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 44
Direction indicators not working 41
Horn not working 38
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NGP 838Y is a 1983 Honda C70 in Red with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Honda C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 14,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda C70 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NGP 838Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 43 years old, this Honda C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NGP 838Y?

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What year was NGP 838Y registered?

NGP 838Y is a 1983 Honda C70, first registered on 1 May 1983.

Is NGP 838Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGP 838Y shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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