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C243 TLL

1985 Honda C50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,602 mi
Last recorded22,602 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2015
Typical for 1985 Honda C5016,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC243 TLL
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2015 22,602 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 22,580 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 22,350 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 22,103 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 21,813 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

h/bar bracket slightley worn

Pass 28 Sep 2009 21,600 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 21,281 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 21,067 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 21,067 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 20,549 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 20,549 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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C243 TLL is a 1985 Honda C50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1985 Honda C50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 16,812 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 C50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C243 TLL, 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 41 years old, this Honda C50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C243 TLL registered?

C243 TLL is a 1985 Honda C50, first registered on 1 October 1985.

Is C243 TLL safe to buy?

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