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WUF 453S

1978 Honda Express

Yellow Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,967 mi
Last recorded3,967 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2007
Typical for 1978 Honda Express2,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUF 453S
MakeHonda
ModelExpress
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Dec 2007 3,967 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 3,424 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 3,424 miles

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2005 2,751 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Express?

Based on 737 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
77
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 7
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Horn not working 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
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WUF 453S is a 1978 Honda Express in Yellow with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Honda Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 2,630 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 Express fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WUF 453S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WUF 453S registered?

WUF 453S is a 1978 Honda Express, first registered on 18 May 1978.

Is WUF 453S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUF 453S shows 4 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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