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E38 BMA

1988 Honda Acty

Red Petrol 545cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,614 mi
Last recorded77,614 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 1988 Honda Acty56,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE38 BMA
MakeHonda
ModelActy
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine545cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 77,614 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 77,033 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 77,032 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 73,795 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 73,795 miles

Front wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 73,652 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 73,505 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Acty?

Based on 6,242 MOT tests across 957 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
970
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
957
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 451
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 323
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 306
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 274
Stop lamp not working 269
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E38 BMA is a 1988 Honda Acty in Red with a 545cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Honda Acty models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 56,372 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Acty fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 451 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E38 BMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Acty typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 38 years old, this Honda Acty is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E38 BMA?

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What year was E38 BMA registered?

E38 BMA is a 1988 Honda Acty, first registered on 1 May 1988.

Is E38 BMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E38 BMA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E38 BMA have outstanding finance?

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