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XBD 555W

1981 Honda C50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,066 mi
Last recorded3,066 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 1981 Honda C5010,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBD 555W
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 3,066 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 3,059 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 3,054 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 3,052 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 3,009 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 3,009 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 2,995 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 2,972 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 2,879 miles

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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XBD 555W is a 1981 Honda C50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 XBD 555W, 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

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What year was XBD 555W registered?

XBD 555W is a 1981 Honda C50, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is XBD 555W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBD 555W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XBD 555W have outstanding finance?

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