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LYC 688V

1979 Honda NC50

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

7,341 mi
Last recorded7,341 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 1979 Honda NC503,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYC 688V
MakeHonda
ModelNC50
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2020 7,341 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 7,300 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 7,151 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 7,025 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 6,931 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 6,925 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 20 Nov 2012
Fail 6 Nov 2012 6,878 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 6,861 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 5,169 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2005 5,058 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

How Reliable is the Honda NC50?

Based on 548 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
60
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Direction indicators not working 8
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 7
Tyre tread not clearly visible 5
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LYC 688V is a 1979 Honda NC50 in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1979 Honda NC50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 3,357 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda NC50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LYC 688V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NC50 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Honda NC50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LYC 688V?

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What year was LYC 688V registered?

LYC 688V is a 1979 Honda NC50, first registered on 6 October 1979.

Is LYC 688V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYC 688V shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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