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RMJ 140W

1980 Honda Super Dream

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,923 mi
Last recorded38,923 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 1980 Honda Super Dream29,420 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMJ 140W
MakeHonda
ModelSuper Dream
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 38,923 miles

wear in footrest mounting

Pass 10 Feb 2015 37,440 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2014 36,329 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 36,329 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 35,005 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 31 Jan 2013 35,005 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 34,032 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 6 Feb 2012 34,032 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 33,056 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 33,056 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda Super Dream?

Based on 712 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
283
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Horn not working 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 5
Drive chain excessively loose 5
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RMJ 140W is a 1980 Honda Super Dream in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Honda Super Dream models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 29,420 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 Super Dream fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RMJ 140W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Super Dream typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Honda Super Dream is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RMJ 140W registered?

RMJ 140W is a 1980 Honda Super Dream, first registered on 16 September 1980.

Is RMJ 140W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMJ 140W shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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