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C329 ABK

1985 Honda Melody

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,465 mi
Last recorded6,465 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 1985 Honda Melody5,555 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC329 ABK
MakeHonda
ModelMelody
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 May 2021 6,465 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 6,461 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 6,458 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 6,453 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 6,453 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Apr 2014 6,430 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 6,425 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 6,406 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 6,401 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 6,351 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 6,348 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 6,313 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 6,304 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 6,304 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 6,263 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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C329 ABK is a 1985 Honda Melody in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Honda Melody models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 5,555 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 Melody fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C329 ABK, 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 41 years old, this Honda Melody is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of C329 ABK?

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What year was C329 ABK registered?

C329 ABK is a 1985 Honda Melody, first registered on 9 December 1985.

Is C329 ABK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C329 ABK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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