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XLV 558W

1981 Honda C70

Blue Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,342 mi
Last recorded13,342 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda C7011,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLV 558W
MakeHonda
ModelC70
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2021 13,342 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2016 13,124 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 13,121 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 13,108 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 13,108 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 12,719 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 1,279 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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
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XLV 558W is a 1981 Honda C70 in Blue with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Honda C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 11,422 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 XLV 558W, 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 45 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 XLV 558W?

You can check the full history of XLV 558W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XLV 558W registered?

XLV 558W is a 1981 Honda C70, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is XLV 558W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLV 558W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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