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C818 GCW

1985 Honda Melody Mini

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,827 mi
Last recorded6,827 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2011
Typical for 1985 Honda Melody Mini5,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC818 GCW
MakeHonda
ModelMelody Mini
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2011 6,827 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 6,798 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 6,785 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 6,785 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 6,140 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 6,140 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Honda Melody Mini?

Based on 1,037 MOT tests across 321 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
115
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 13
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 8
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C818 GCW is a 1985 Honda Melody Mini in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Honda Melody Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 5,148 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 Mini fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C818 GCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Melody Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 41 years old, this Honda Melody Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C818 GCW registered?

C818 GCW is a 1985 Honda Melody Mini, first registered on 30 August 1985.

Is C818 GCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C818 GCW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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