CarVerify

Free Car Check

K244 GSH

1997 Honda Unknown

Orange Petrol 400cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2025
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

37,037 mi
Last recorded37,037 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda Unknown21,949 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationK244 GSH
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2024 37,037 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 35,821 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Apr 2023 35,809 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock both sides (2.1.4 (b))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Direction indicator insecure all indicators insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

coolant pipes not done up

Central carbs not bolted in properly, could come out

Pass 3 Sep 2021 34,950 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 34,950 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly Not returning correctly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 33,769 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 33,769 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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
Full Honda Unknown reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

K244 GSH is a 1997 Honda Unknown in Orange with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 21,949 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 Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K244 GSH, 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 29 years old, this Honda Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K244 GSH?

You can check the full history of K244 GSH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was K244 GSH registered?

K244 GSH is a 1997 Honda Unknown, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is K244 GSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K244 GSH shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K244 GSH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on K244 GSH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.