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P162 DVN

1996 Honda Cub

Black Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,564 mi
Last recorded15,564 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 1996 Honda Cub19,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP162 DVN
MakeHonda
ModelCub
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2019 15,564 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement fork lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2019 15,564 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement fork lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside All direction indicators not working not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 13,661 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front side wall of tyre cracking

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cracking on sidewall/corner of tyre (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 Mar 2018 13,661 miles

Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied needed adjusting up (3.1.3c)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front side wall of tyre cracking

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake locking device missing t/arm fitted wrong and split pin missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cracking on sidewall/corner of tyre (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 May 2015 11,396 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 10,243 miles

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

Front Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil Leak from Rocker Cover

Pass 7 Nov 2012 9,251 miles

Centre Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Centre Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 7,454 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 4 Nov 2011 7,454 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 7,448 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 9 Dec 2009 7,448 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 6,549 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cub?

Based on 774 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
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P162 DVN is a 1996 Honda Cub in Black with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cub models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 19,028 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 Cub fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P162 DVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cub typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Cub is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P162 DVN is a 1996 Honda Cub, first registered on 6 August 1996.

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