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VBP 583N

1974 Honda PC50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,508 mi
Last recorded6,508 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2012
Typical for 1974 Honda PC504,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBP 583N
MakeHonda
ModelPC50
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2012 6,508 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 6,508 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 31 Aug 2010 6,508 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 10 Jan 2009 6,508 miles

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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VBP 583N is a 1974 Honda PC50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Honda PC50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 4,874 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 VBP 583N, 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 52 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 VBP 583N?

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What year was VBP 583N registered?

VBP 583N is a 1974 Honda PC50, first registered on 1 September 1974.

Is VBP 583N safe to buy?

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