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D480 YHK

1987 Honda Magna

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

31,873 mi
Last recorded31,873 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1987 Honda Magna22,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD480 YHK
MakeHonda
ModelMagna
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 31,873 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 31,782 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion offside and nearside (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2017 31,464 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 29,899 miles

choke cable insecure

Fail 1 Jul 2016 29,890 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly does not return on right lock (6.2.1f)

choke cable insecure

Pass 4 Feb 2015 22,323 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 22,311 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 19,595 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 19,154 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 19,154 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2011 18,348 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 19 Nov 2011 18,348 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 17,437 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 17,369 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 17,284 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 17,155 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 17,074 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Magna?

Based on 2,394 MOT tests across 257 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
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D480 YHK is a 1987 Honda Magna in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1987 Honda Magna models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 22,311 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 Magna fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D480 YHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Magna typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 39 years old, this Honda Magna is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D480 YHK registered?

D480 YHK is a 1987 Honda Magna, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D480 YHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D480 YHK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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