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VBJ 435X

1981 Honda C50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

14,316 mi
Last recorded14,316 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda C5010,875 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBJ 435X
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 14,316 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 14,316 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 13,800 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 13,800 miles

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel adjusted and retested.. (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 13,736 miles

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied end broken off (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 13,736 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied and reserve travel slightly high (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 20 Jan 2018 13,736 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied and reserve travel slightly high (3.1.3c)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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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VBJ 435X is a 1981 Honda C50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1981 Honda C50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 10,875 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 VBJ 435X, 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 45 years old, this Honda C50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VBJ 435X?

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What year was VBJ 435X registered?

VBJ 435X is a 1981 Honda C50, first registered on 3 December 1981.

Is VBJ 435X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBJ 435X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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