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VRC 471Y

1982 Honda Melody Mini

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,097 mi
Last recorded5,097 miles
Recorded on4 May 2011
Typical for 1982 Honda Melody Mini4,258 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRC 471Y
MakeHonda
ModelMelody Mini
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2011 5,097 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 5,097 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

How Reliable is the Honda Melody Mini?

Based on 1,037 MOT tests across 321 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
115
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 13
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 8
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VRC 471Y is a 1982 Honda Melody Mini in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Honda Melody Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 4,258 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 Melody Mini fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VRC 471Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Melody Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Honda Melody Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VRC 471Y?

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What year was VRC 471Y registered?

VRC 471Y is a 1982 Honda Melody Mini, first registered on 2 August 1982.

Is VRC 471Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRC 471Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VRC 471Y have outstanding finance?

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