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YLG 47J

1971 Honda ST50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,425 mi
Last recorded76,425 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Honda ST507,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLG 47J
MakeHonda
ModelST50
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2017 76,425 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 6,872 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 3 Aug 2006 6,811 miles

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 6,811 miles

How Reliable is the Honda ST50?

Based on 421 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
49
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 6
wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing 4
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp 4
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 3
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YLG 47J is a 1971 Honda ST50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Honda ST50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 7,714 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 ST50 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YLG 47J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda ST50 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Honda ST50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YLG 47J?

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What year was YLG 47J registered?

YLG 47J is a 1971 Honda ST50, first registered on 2 July 1971.

Is YLG 47J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLG 47J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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