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XGV 278X

1982 Honda Melody

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,623 mi
Last recorded2,623 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2010
Typical for 1982 Honda Melody4,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGV 278X
MakeHonda
ModelMelody
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2010 2,623 miles

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front brake near max wear

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 2,623 miles

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Front brake near max wear

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 9,787 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 9,787 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 9,787 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))

Pass 18 Aug 2006 9,155 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Melody?

Based on 1,182 MOT tests across 251 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
95
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
251
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 23
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 18
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 10
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XGV 278X is a 1982 Honda Melody in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Honda Melody models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 4,721 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 Melody fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XGV 278X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Melody typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Honda Melody is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XGV 278X registered?

XGV 278X is a 1982 Honda Melody, first registered on 24 June 1982.

Is XGV 278X safe to buy?

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