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OLC 21L

1972 Honda ST70

Blue Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,654 mi
Last recorded11,654 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 Honda ST707,913 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLC 21L
MakeHonda
ModelST70
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 11,654 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 11,309 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 27 Aug 2015 11,309 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 10,874 miles

Front tyre has sidewall cracking.

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

Fail 19 Aug 2014 10,863 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Front tyre has sidewall cracking.

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 10,462 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 19 Aug 2013 10,461 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 9,931 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 9,114 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 9,104 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 9,104 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 8,230 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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OLC 21L is a 1972 Honda ST70 in Blue with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OLC 21L, 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 OLC 21L registered?

OLC 21L is a 1972 Honda ST70, first registered on 16 August 1972.

Is OLC 21L safe to buy?

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