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B493 YBX

2015 Honda Monkey

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

1,359 mi
Last recorded1,359 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB493 YBX
MakeHonda
ModelMonkey
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 1,359 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 1,331 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 1,272 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 1,265 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 1,219 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 1,075 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 1,075 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 925 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Monkey?

Based on 941 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

91.7%
Pass Rate
100
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width 2
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 2
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B493 YBX is a 2015 Honda Monkey in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Honda Monkey fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B493 YBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Monkey typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 11 years old, this Honda Monkey is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B493 YBX registered?

B493 YBX is a 2015 Honda Monkey, first registered on 1 October 2015.

Is B493 YBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B493 YBX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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