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PBP 859S

1978 Honda C50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,966 mi
Last recorded31,966 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2021
Typical for 1978 Honda C5012,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBP 859S
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2021 31,966 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 31,186 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2019 30,225 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2018 29,056 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2017 28,176 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2016 27,462 miles

Engine covers fitted

Front wheel slight distortion

Under trays fitted

Fail 8 Apr 2015 26,962 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 26,962 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 7,316 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 6,721 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 6,147 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 6,147 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 5,411 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 4,493 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Inner Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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PBP 859S is a 1978 Honda C50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Honda C50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 12,894 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 PBP 859S, 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 48 years old, this Honda C50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PBP 859S registered?

PBP 859S is a 1978 Honda C50, first registered on 5 January 1978.

Is PBP 859S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBP 859S 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.

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