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D597 YAV

1987 Honda C50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,248 mi
Last recorded40,248 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2021
Typical for 1987 Honda C5017,114 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD597 YAV
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2021 40,248 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 40,087 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 39,983 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 39,884 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 39,619 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2016 39,619 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 39,614 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 39,614 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 39,615 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 39,615 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 32,652 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2010 32,644 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 31,610 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 30,582 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 29,294 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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D597 YAV is a 1987 Honda C50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1987 Honda C50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,114 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 D597 YAV, 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 39 years old, this Honda C50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D597 YAV registered?

D597 YAV is a 1987 Honda C50, first registered on 17 March 1987.

Is D597 YAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D597 YAV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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