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UOB 538Y

1983 Honda Nighthawk

Red Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,835 mi
Last recorded48,835 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2007
Typical for 1983 Honda Nighthawk26,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOB 538Y
MakeHonda
ModelNighthawk
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2007 48,835 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 48,835 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front & Rear tyres have early sign's of wall cracking (no visible cord)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 48,758 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 48,099 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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UOB 538Y is a 1983 Honda Nighthawk in Red with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UOB 538Y, 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 UOB 538Y?

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What year was UOB 538Y registered?

UOB 538Y is a 1983 Honda Nighthawk, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is UOB 538Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UOB 538Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UOB 538Y have outstanding finance?

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