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XRW 852X

1981 Honda Melody Mini

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2012
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

4,222 mi
Last recorded4,222 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2015
Typical for 1981 Honda Melody Mini6,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRW 852X
MakeHonda
ModelMelody Mini
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Jan 2015 4,222 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 22 Aug 2011 4,125 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 4,125 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Melody Mini?

Based on 1,037 MOT tests across 321 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
115
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 13
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 8
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XRW 852X is a 1981 Honda Melody Mini in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1981 Honda Melody Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 6,376 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 Melody Mini fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XRW 852X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Melody Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Honda Melody Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XRW 852X?

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What year was XRW 852X registered?

XRW 852X is a 1981 Honda Melody Mini, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is XRW 852X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRW 852X shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRW 852X have outstanding finance?

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