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VMX 494X

1981 Honda Unknown

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,264 mi
Last recorded55,264 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda Unknown17,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMX 494X
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2021 55,264 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 53,946 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 53,946 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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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VMX 494X is a 1981 Honda Unknown in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 17,983 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 VMX 494X, 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 45 years old, this Honda Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VMX 494X?

You can check the full history of VMX 494X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VMX 494X registered?

VMX 494X is a 1981 Honda Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is VMX 494X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMX 494X shows 3 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.

Does VMX 494X have outstanding finance?

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