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P249 UKH

1997 Honda Unknown

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,898 mi
Last recorded4,898 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Unknown21,949 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP249 UKH
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 4,898 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 4,516 miles
Pass 25 May 2023

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 May 2023

Fork yoke insecure bolt missing (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2016 22,111 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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P249 UKH is a 1997 Honda Unknown in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 21,949 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 P249 UKH, 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 29 years old, this Honda Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was P249 UKH registered?

P249 UKH is a 1997 Honda Unknown, first registered on 3 May 1997.

Is P249 UKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P249 UKH shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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