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UMF 988M

1973 Honda PC50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

50 mi
Last recorded50 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2006
Typical for 1973 Honda PC505,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMF 988M
MakeHonda
ModelPC50
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2006 50 miles

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

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Honda PC50?

Based on 1,215 MOT tests across 365 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
53
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 11
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 10
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 10
Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. 8
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 8
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UMF 988M is a 1973 Honda PC50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1973 Honda PC50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 5,076 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 PC50 fails its MOT is suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UMF 988M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda PC50 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 53 years old, this Honda PC50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UMF 988M?

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What year was UMF 988M registered?

UMF 988M is a 1973 Honda PC50, first registered on 12 December 1973.

Is UMF 988M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMF 988M shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UMF 988M have outstanding finance?

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