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SWN 870Y

1983 Honda Nighthawk

Black Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,390 mi
Last recorded22,390 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2015
Typical for 1983 Honda Nighthawk26,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWN 870Y
MakeHonda
ModelNighthawk
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2015 22,390 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 19,651 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 31,483 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 31,483 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 31,102 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Nighthawk?

Based on 1,396 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
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SWN 870Y is a 1983 Honda Nighthawk in Black with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Honda Nighthawk models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 26,696 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 Nighthawk fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SWN 870Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Nighthawk typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Honda Nighthawk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SWN 870Y?

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What year was SWN 870Y registered?

SWN 870Y is a 1983 Honda Nighthawk, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is SWN 870Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWN 870Y 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.

Does SWN 870Y have outstanding finance?

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