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VPD 394S

1978 Honda ST70

Blue Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,282 mi
Last recorded7,282 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2013
Typical for 1978 Honda ST705,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPD 394S
MakeHonda
ModelST70
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2013 7,282 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 7,282 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Offside Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 7,281 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 7,030 miles

How Reliable is the Honda ST70?

Based on 2,368 MOT tests across 605 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
49
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
605
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Horn not working 29
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 16
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 13
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VPD 394S is a 1978 Honda ST70 in Blue with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Honda ST70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 5,973 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 ST70 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VPD 394S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST70 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this Honda ST70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VPD 394S?

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What year was VPD 394S registered?

VPD 394S is a 1978 Honda ST70, first registered on 25 February 1978.

Is VPD 394S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPD 394S 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 VPD 394S have outstanding finance?

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