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SCW 217L

1973 Honda C70

Yellow Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,666 mi
Last recorded12,666 miles
Recorded on23 May 2015
Typical for 1973 Honda C7011,994 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCW 217L
MakeHonda
ModelC70
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2015 12,666 miles

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

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

no front mudguard

Pass 28 May 2010 8,018 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 6,004 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 5,962 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 9 May 2009 5,920 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 4,783 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 4,779 miles

lights-permanently masked daytime use only

How Reliable is the Honda C70?

Based on 5,366 MOT tests across 1,329 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
165
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,329
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 44
Direction indicators not working 41
Horn not working 38
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SCW 217L is a 1973 Honda C70 in Yellow with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1973 Honda C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 11,994 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 C70 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SCW 217L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 53 years old, this Honda C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SCW 217L registered?

SCW 217L is a 1973 Honda C70, first registered on 24 April 1973.

Is SCW 217L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCW 217L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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