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VRG 292T

1978 Honda Unknown

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,850 mi
Last recorded19,850 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Honda Unknown12,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRG 292T
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 19,850 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front brake operation shows little or no effort when operated

Fail 17 Jul 2018 19,844 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen due to dip beam not working (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement brake drum lever pivot (1.1.15 (e))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front brake operation shows little or no effort when operated

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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VRG 292T is a 1978 Honda Unknown in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 12,891 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 VRG 292T, 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 48 years old, this Honda Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VRG 292T registered?

VRG 292T is a 1978 Honda Unknown, first registered on 22 November 1978.

Is VRG 292T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRG 292T 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.

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