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GAA 17W

1980 Honda C50

Blue Petrol 160cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,466 mi
Last recorded25,466 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1980 Honda C509,037 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAA 17W
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine160cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 25,466 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute all (4.4.4 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 25 May 2019 25,256 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 45,465 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 2 Jun 2016 24,685 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2015 24,647 miles

Chain guard missing

Oil leak

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 24,418 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2013 24,403 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 24,030 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 23,026 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 21,985 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 21,985 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 20,009 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 19,145 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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GAA 17W is a 1980 Honda C50 in Blue with a 160cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 GAA 17W, 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 GAA 17W registered?

GAA 17W is a 1980 Honda C50, first registered on 22 October 1980.

Is GAA 17W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAA 17W shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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