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E852 JFH

1987 Honda Melody Mini

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,955 mi
Last recorded3,955 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2015
Typical for 1987 Honda Melody Mini4,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE852 JFH
MakeHonda
ModelMelody Mini
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2015 3,955 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 3,910 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 3,720 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 3,191 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 3,191 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 2,796 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 2,796 miles

Rear Brake cable has a significantly damaged outer casing. (3.2.A1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 2,333 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 2,162 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 1,906 miles

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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E852 JFH is a 1987 Honda Melody Mini in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Honda Melody Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 4,029 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 E852 JFH, 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 39 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 E852 JFH registered?

E852 JFH is a 1987 Honda Melody Mini, first registered on 19 October 1987.

Is E852 JFH safe to buy?

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