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YKO 37J

1971 Honda C50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,346 mi
Last recorded9,346 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 1971 Honda C505,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKO 37J
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 9,346 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 8 Mar 2018 9,346 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 9,342 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 9,342 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 3,167 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 3,167 miles

Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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YKO 37J is a 1971 Honda C50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Honda C50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 5,086 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 YKO 37J, 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 55 years old, this Honda C50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YKO 37J registered?

YKO 37J is a 1971 Honda C50, first registered on 6 July 1971.

Is YKO 37J safe to buy?

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