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AFM 648W

1981 Honda C50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

2,851 mi
Last recorded2,851 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1981 Honda C5010,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFM 648W
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 2,851 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 2,846 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 2,845 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 2,841 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 2,823 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 2,823 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 2,821 miles

Front slight were in fork bushers

Pass 24 Jul 2019 28,117 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 2,781 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 2,781 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 2,753 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 2,701 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 2,606 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 2,423 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 2,250 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 2,128 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 2,080 miles

How Reliable is the Honda C50?

Based on 7,719 MOT tests across 1,843 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
200
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
1,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 68
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 67
Direction indicators not working 50
Horn not working 48
Direction indicator not working 45
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AFM 648W is a 1981 Honda C50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1981 Honda C50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 10,875 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda C50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFM 648W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda C50 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 45 years old, this Honda C50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFM 648W?

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What year was AFM 648W registered?

AFM 648W is a 1981 Honda C50, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is AFM 648W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFM 648W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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