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YKV 217X

1982 Honda Melody

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

921 mi
Last recorded921 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda Melody4,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKV 217X
MakeHonda
ModelMelody
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 921 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 901 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 791 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 607 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 438 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 427 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 427 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 427 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 207 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 45 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Melody?

Based on 1,182 MOT tests across 251 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
95
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
251
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 23
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 18
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 10
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YKV 217X is a 1982 Honda Melody in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1982 Honda Melody models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 4,721 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Melody fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YKV 217X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Melody typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Honda Melody is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YKV 217X registered?

YKV 217X is a 1982 Honda Melody, first registered on 18 May 1982.

Is YKV 217X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKV 217X shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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