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VIL 4681

2002 Honda Beat

Red Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

100,177 mi
Last recorded100,177 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda Beat85,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIL 4681
MakeHonda
ModelBeat
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 100,177 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osr tyre very slightly perished inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 100,162 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Fail 27 Feb 2023 100,146 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

engine management light on

Pass 3 Feb 2020 97,355 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 91,783 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 86,301 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 86,015 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 78,489 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 78,489 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 71,631 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 71,451 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 70,210 miles

deep cracking at all tyrewalls

Pass 23 Apr 2012 69,302 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 68,560 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 6,646 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 65,333 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 65,285 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Beat?

Based on 1,958 MOT tests across 187 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
896
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
187
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 38
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 36
fog lamp not working 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
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VIL 4681 is a 2002 Honda Beat in Red with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 Honda Beat models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 85,539 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 Beat fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VIL 4681, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Beat typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this Honda Beat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VIL 4681 registered?

VIL 4681 is a 2002 Honda Beat, first registered on 10 October 2002.

Is VIL 4681 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIL 4681 shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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