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E55 PEX

1987 Honda C50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,720 mi
Last recorded29,720 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda C5017,114 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE55 PEX
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 29,720 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 29,707 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 29,695 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 29,686 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 29,682 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 29,597 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 29,593 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 29,410 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 29,202 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 28,992 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 28,661 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2014 28,385 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 28,232 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 28,188 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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E55 PEX is a 1987 Honda C50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 E55 PEX, 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

How do I check the history of E55 PEX?

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What year was E55 PEX registered?

E55 PEX is a 1987 Honda C50, first registered on 9 September 1987.

Is E55 PEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E55 PEX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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