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V148 MVW

1999 Honda Fx 650

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

9,774 mi
Last recorded9,774 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Honda Fx 6506,444 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV148 MVW
MakeHonda
ModelFx 650
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 9,774 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 9,041 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. both (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit signified by cable adjustment (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2014 9,041 miles

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Fail 12 Jul 2014 9,041 miles

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 9,032 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 8,301 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

grill missing from engine fan

Pass 12 Aug 2010 7,525 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 7,523 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 6,345 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2008 6,345 miles

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

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 6,336 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda Fx 650?

Based on 819 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
629
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 8
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Headlamp aim too high 8
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V148 MVW is a 1999 Honda Fx 650 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1999 Honda Fx 650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 6,444 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 Fx 650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V148 MVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Fx 650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Honda Fx 650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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V148 MVW is a 1999 Honda Fx 650, first registered on 10 November 1999.

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