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479 DHW

1959 James Captain

Grey Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,553 mi
Last recorded25,553 miles
Recorded on14 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration479 DHW
MakeJames
ModelCaptain
Year1959
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 14 May 2012 25,553 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 25,472 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 25,032 miles

speedo cable rubbing o/s rear of tyre

Pass 4 May 2006 24,970 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the James Captain?

Based on 412 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

91.5%
Pass Rate
108
Miles/Year
147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 3
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 3
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
reflector on motorcycle missing 2
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479 DHW is a 1959 James Captain in Grey with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a James Captain fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 479 DHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 479 DHW?

You can check the full history of 479 DHW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 479 DHW registered?

479 DHW is a 1959 James Captain, first registered on 6 January 1959.

Is 479 DHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 479 DHW shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 479 DHW have outstanding finance?

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