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C903 TRE

1985 Honda C50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,458 mi
Last recorded44,458 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda C5016,812 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC903 TRE
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 44,458 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 44,439 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 44,375 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 43,956 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 42,275 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 7 Aug 2021 42,275 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre is unsuitable Front Wheel Wrong Direction (5.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2020 41,450 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 40,077 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 38,633 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2017 37,023 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 35,171 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 33,882 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 31,797 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 12,711 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 12,664 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 12,648 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2006 12,379 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Fail 15 Dec 2006 12,379 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pedal is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Front suspension assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2005 11,774 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Fail 1 Dec 2005 11,774 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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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C903 TRE is a 1985 Honda C50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C903 TRE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C903 TRE?

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What year was C903 TRE registered?

C903 TRE is a 1985 Honda C50, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C903 TRE safe to buy?

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