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XBW 697X

1982 Honda C70

Red Petrol 72cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,221 mi
Last recorded12,221 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 1982 Honda C7013,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBW 697X
MakeHonda
ModelC70
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine72cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 May 2023 12,221 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 11,911 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 11,638 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 11,291 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 10,789 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 10,470 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 10,017 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 9,460 miles

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

front and rear tyres perishing on sidewall.

Pass 13 Mar 2014 8,454 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 6,789 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 5,033 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 4,924 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 4,736 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 4,673 miles

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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XBW 697X is a 1982 Honda C70 in Red with a 72cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Honda C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 13,440 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XBW 697X, 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 44 years old, this Honda C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XBW 697X?

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What year was XBW 697X registered?

XBW 697X is a 1982 Honda C70, first registered on 13 July 1982.

Is XBW 697X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBW 697X shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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