CarVerify

Free Car Check

XEC 431W

1980 Honda C70

Red Petrol 72cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,699 mi
Last recorded18,699 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2016
Typical for 1980 Honda C7012,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEC 431W
MakeHonda
ModelC70
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2016 18,699 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Cush drive rubbers worn (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired Taped on (1.5.3a)

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members Bottom link (2.3.4)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Repaired around rear mudguard area (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 29 Jan 2016 18,691 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. Fork leg (2.3.8)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Cush drive rubbers worn (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired Taped on (1.5.3a)

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members Bottom link (2.3.4)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Repaired around rear mudguard area (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 17,507 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front tyre is perished on side walls.

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear tyre perished on side walls.

Pass 27 Jun 2009 16,306 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

rear mudguard corroded

Fail 19 Jun 2009 16,306 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Front mudguard can easily contact the wheel (2.3.7)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

rear mudguard corroded

How Reliable is the Honda C70?

Based on 5,366 MOT tests across 1,329 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
165
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,329
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 44
Direction indicators not working 41
Horn not working 38
Full Honda C70 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

XEC 431W is a 1980 Honda C70 in Red with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Honda C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 12,036 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 C70 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XEC 431W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 46 years old, this Honda C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XEC 431W?

You can check the full history of XEC 431W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XEC 431W registered?

XEC 431W is a 1980 Honda C70, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is XEC 431W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEC 431W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XEC 431W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on XEC 431W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.