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JVV 229T

1979 Honda Unknown

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

868 mi
Last recorded868 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1979 Honda Unknown15,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVV 229T
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 868 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 161,060 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 139,928 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 139,928 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 121,026 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 101,801 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 93,840 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 92,944 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 2 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 86,590 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 70,469 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 60,320 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 43,320 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 34,029 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 20,624 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Unknown?

Based on 19,752 MOT tests across 9,916 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
395
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
9,916
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
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JVV 229T is a 1979 Honda Unknown in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1979 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 15,198 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JVV 229T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 47 years old, this Honda Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JVV 229T registered?

JVV 229T is a 1979 Honda Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is JVV 229T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVV 229T shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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