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EMP 278J

1971 Honda C50

Green Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

864 mi
Last recorded864 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Honda C505,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMP 278J
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 864 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 803 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 735 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 735 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 651 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 575 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 575 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 531 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 508 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 473 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 427 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 377 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 308 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 229 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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EMP 278J is a 1971 Honda C50 in Green with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 Honda C50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 5,086 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 EMP 278J, 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 55 years old, this Honda C50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EMP 278J?

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What year was EMP 278J registered?

EMP 278J is a 1971 Honda C50, first registered on 3 February 1971.

Is EMP 278J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMP 278J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EMP 278J have outstanding finance?

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