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XTJ 965W

1981 Honda C50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,956 mi
Last recorded21,956 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda C5010,875 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTJ 965W
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 21,956 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

all lights masked over

Pass 11 May 2018 21,887 miles

all lights masked over

slight movement in throttle housing

Pass 8 May 2017 21,737 miles

lights taped over

Pass 12 May 2016 21,016 miles

headlamp beam pattern just ok

Pass 3 Oct 2014 20,136 miles

front tyre cracking slightly

only a rear brake light is fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2014 20,134 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

front tyre cracking slightly

Pass 11 Oct 2013 19,062 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 18,694 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 18,689 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 18,575 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 18,521 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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XTJ 965W is a 1981 Honda C50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XTJ 965W, 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 XTJ 965W registered?

XTJ 965W is a 1981 Honda C50, first registered on 3 March 1981.

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The MOT history for XTJ 965W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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