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OJY 218S

1978 Honda Unknown

Grey Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4 mi
Last recorded4 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 1978 Honda Unknown12,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJY 218S
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 4 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 4 miles

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

How Reliable is the Honda Unknown?

Based on 19,752 MOT tests across 9,916 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
395
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
9,916
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
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OJY 218S is a 1978 Honda Unknown in Grey with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 12,891 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 Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OJY 218S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 48 years old, this Honda Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OJY 218S registered?

OJY 218S is a 1978 Honda Unknown, first registered on 17 March 1978.

Is OJY 218S safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJY 218S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OJY 218S have outstanding finance?

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