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VDL 727Y

1982 Honda Super Dream

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,860 mi
Last recorded14,860 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1982 Honda Super Dream19,583 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDL 727Y
MakeHonda
ModelSuper Dream
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 14,860 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 14,538 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 14,210 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 14,210 miles

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 13,076 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 13,076 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 11,785 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 9,272 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 9,257 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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VDL 727Y is a 1982 Honda Super Dream in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Honda Super Dream models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 19,583 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 VDL 727Y, 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 44 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 VDL 727Y registered?

VDL 727Y is a 1982 Honda Super Dream, first registered on 11 December 1982.

Is VDL 727Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDL 727Y shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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