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GFW 527Y

1982 Honda Melody

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,226 mi
Last recorded7,226 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2008
Typical for 1982 Honda Melody4,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFW 527Y
MakeHonda
ModelMelody
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Feb 2008 7,226 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 7,226 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 6,246 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 6,246 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 2 Nov 2005 5,637 miles

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 5,637 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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GFW 527Y is a 1982 Honda Melody in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Honda Melody models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 4,721 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 GFW 527Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda Melody is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GFW 527Y?

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What year was GFW 527Y registered?

GFW 527Y is a 1982 Honda Melody, first registered on 27 August 1982.

Is GFW 527Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFW 527Y shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GFW 527Y have outstanding finance?

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