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P39 UCL

1996 Honda Cub

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

4,084 mi
Last recorded4,084 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Cub19,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP39 UCL
MakeHonda
ModelCub
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 4,084 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 4,008 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 3,791 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 2,008 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 2,008 miles

Rear Brake back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))

Pass 22 Aug 2009 1,623 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 1,619 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 1,619 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 1,613 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 1,613 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 1,563 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cub?

Based on 774 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
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P39 UCL is a 1996 Honda Cub in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cub models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 19,028 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 Cub fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P39 UCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cub typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Cub is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P39 UCL?

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What year was P39 UCL registered?

P39 UCL is a 1996 Honda Cub, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P39 UCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P39 UCL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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