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UWJ 231S

1978 Honda Unknown

Red Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,726 mi
Last recorded15,726 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 1978 Honda Unknown12,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWJ 231S
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 15,726 miles

Front tyre wall is slightly perished

Rear tyre wall slightly perished

Pass 31 May 2019 15,725 miles

REAR WHEEL CUSH DRIVE WORN

Fail 31 May 2019 15,725 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

REAR WHEEL CUSH DRIVE WORN

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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UWJ 231S is a 1978 Honda Unknown in Red with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 12,891 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 UWJ 231S, 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 48 years old, this Honda Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UWJ 231S?

You can check the full history of UWJ 231S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UWJ 231S registered?

UWJ 231S is a 1978 Honda Unknown, first registered on 6 March 1978.

Is UWJ 231S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWJ 231S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UWJ 231S have outstanding finance?

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