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YBW 884V

1979 Honda Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,682 mi
Last recorded8,682 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
Typical for 1979 Honda Express3,869 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBW 884V
MakeHonda
ModelExpress
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2014 8,682 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 8,682 miles

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

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 8,494 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 8,281 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 8,134 miles

front tyre has slight perishing on sidewalls

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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YBW 884V is a 1979 Honda Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Honda Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 3,869 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 YBW 884V, 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 47 years old, this Honda Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YBW 884V?

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What year was YBW 884V registered?

YBW 884V is a 1979 Honda Express, first registered on 20 August 1979.

Is YBW 884V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBW 884V 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 YBW 884V have outstanding finance?

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