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XMF 518T

1978 Honda ST70

Red Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,048 mi
Last recorded7,048 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 Honda ST705,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMF 518T
MakeHonda
ModelST70
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 7,048 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 7,048 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 7,034 miles

battery voltage quite low at time of test

Pass 10 Jul 2014 7,016 miles

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

front tyre sidewalls are slightly perished.

Pass 17 Jul 2013 6,981 miles

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

front tyre is very slightly perished on side walls.

How Reliable is the Honda ST70?

Based on 2,368 MOT tests across 605 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
49
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
605
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Horn not working 29
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 16
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 13
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XMF 518T is a 1978 Honda ST70 in Red with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Honda ST70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 5,973 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 ST70 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XMF 518T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST70 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this Honda ST70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XMF 518T?

You can check the full history of XMF 518T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XMF 518T registered?

XMF 518T is a 1978 Honda ST70, first registered on 12 October 1978.

Is XMF 518T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMF 518T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XMF 518T have outstanding finance?

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