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FUW 738V

1980 Honda C50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

17,773 mi
Last recorded17,773 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Honda C509,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUW 738V
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 17,773 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 17,709 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 17,387 miles

Rear Wheel rim has slight damage

Fail 26 Jun 2017 17,387 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Rear Wheel rim has slight damage

Pass 10 Jun 2016 17,256 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 16,888 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 16,888 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 16,142 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 16,104 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 16,094 miles

Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 14 Dec 2010 15,925 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 15,925 miles

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 15,807 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 15,207 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 14,833 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 14,422 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 14,422 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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FUW 738V is a 1980 Honda C50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1980 Honda C50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 9,037 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 FUW 738V, 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 46 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 FUW 738V registered?

FUW 738V is a 1980 Honda C50, first registered on 30 June 1980.

Is FUW 738V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUW 738V shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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