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TVE 549S

1978 Honda Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

2,683 mi
Last recorded2,683 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 1978 Honda Express2,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVE 549S
MakeHonda
ModelExpress
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 2,683 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 2,683 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2012 2,665 miles

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 2,665 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 2,629 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Honda Express?

Based on 737 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
77
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 7
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Horn not working 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
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TVE 549S is a 1978 Honda Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Honda Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 2,630 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 Express fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TVE 549S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TVE 549S?

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What year was TVE 549S registered?

TVE 549S is a 1978 Honda Express, first registered on 8 July 1978.

Is TVE 549S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVE 549S shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVE 549S have outstanding finance?

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