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GYB 149Y

1982 Honda Melody

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,444 mi
Last recorded5,444 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 1982 Honda Melody4,721 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYB 149Y
MakeHonda
ModelMelody
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2020 5,444 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 5,371 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 5,329 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 5,214 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 5,113 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 4,997 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 4,997 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 4,820 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 4,721 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 4,721 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 4,586 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 4,586 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2010 4,559 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 4,343 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 4,340 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 4,340 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 4 Sep 2007 3,878 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Sep 2007 3,878 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 3,364 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 2,977 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

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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GYB 149Y is a 1982 Honda Melody in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GYB 149Y, 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

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What year was GYB 149Y registered?

GYB 149Y is a 1982 Honda Melody, first registered on 16 October 1982.

Is GYB 149Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYB 149Y shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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