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BRC 389T

1979 Honda Unknown

Silver Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Honda Unknown15,198 mi
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRC 389T
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front mudguard missing

main beam tell tail inop

rear end of bike has been modified

rear mudguard missing

Fail 11 Apr 2019

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front mudguard missing

main beam tell tail inop

rear end of bike has been modified

rear mudguard missing

Pass 9 Jun 2017

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2017

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 May 2016

How Reliable is the Honda Unknown?

Based on 19,752 MOT tests across 9,916 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
395
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
9,916
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
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BRC 389T is a 1979 Honda Unknown in Silver with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 15,198 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 Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BRC 389T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 47 years old, this Honda Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BRC 389T?

You can check the full history of BRC 389T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BRC 389T registered?

BRC 389T is a 1979 Honda Unknown, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is BRC 389T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRC 389T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BRC 389T have outstanding finance?

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