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B407 XYL

1984 Honda Express II

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

6,806 mi
Last recorded6,806 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1984 Honda Express II4,851 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB407 XYL
MakeHonda
ModelExpress II
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 6,806 miles

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Fork sliders (5.3.2 (c))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 6,757 miles

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Fork legs (5.3.3 (d))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 6,715 miles

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 6,613 miles

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 6,613 miles

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 May 2021 6,548 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 6,397 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 6,397 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 6,279 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 6,127 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 5,975 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 5,841 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 5,202 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 5,122 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 4,852 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 4,852 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

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

Fail 25 Apr 2007 4,852 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2007 4,851 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 3,573 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda Express II?

Based on 835 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
85
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 12
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 12
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp 9
Direction indicators not working 8
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B407 XYL is a 1984 Honda Express II in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1984 Honda Express II models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 4,851 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 II fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B407 XYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Express II typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 42 years old, this Honda Express II is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B407 XYL registered?

B407 XYL is a 1984 Honda Express II, first registered on 27 December 1984.

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