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E316 GWK

1987 Honda C50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,370 mi
Last recorded35,370 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda C5017,114 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE316 GWK
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 35,370 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 35,367 miles

Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 31,230 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 27,320 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 26,366 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim slight run out on rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2008 24,514 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 24,514 miles

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

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 24,343 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 24,033 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 23,423 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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E316 GWK is a 1987 Honda C50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 E316 GWK, 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.

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What year was E316 GWK registered?

E316 GWK is a 1987 Honda C50, first registered on 1 September 1987.

Is E316 GWK safe to buy?

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