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VBZ 8736

1991 Honda Unknown

Red Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

179,898 mi
Last recorded179,898 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda Unknown20,109 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBZ 8736
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 179,898 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 178,964 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced also has fiberglass under o/s/r inner wheel arch possibly covering other corrosion or bad repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2021 178,964 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced also has fiberglass under o/s/r inner wheel arch possibly covering other corrosion or bad repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))

engine oil very low

Pass 31 Jul 2020 178,257 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 178,257 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 177,055 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides on front distorted (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Speedometer operation impaired (7.8 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 177,048 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides on front distorted (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Speedometer operation impaired (7.8 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Honda Unknown?

Based on 19,752 MOT tests across 9,916 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
395
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
9,916
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
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VBZ 8736 is a 1991 Honda Unknown in Red with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1991 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 20,109 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 Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VBZ 8736, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 35 years old, this Honda Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VBZ 8736 registered?

VBZ 8736 is a 1991 Honda Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is VBZ 8736 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBZ 8736 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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