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E285 AFM

1988 Honda C50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,011 mi
Last recorded47,011 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2012
Typical for 1988 Honda C5016,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE285 AFM
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Oct 2012 47,011 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

dip and main headlight switch wrong way round

Pass 19 Oct 2012 47,011 miles

dip and main headlight switch wrong way round

Pass 23 Sep 2011 47,009 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 46,992 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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E285 AFM is a 1988 Honda C50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Honda C50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 16,015 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 E285 AFM, 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 38 years old, this Honda C50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E285 AFM?

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What year was E285 AFM registered?

E285 AFM is a 1988 Honda C50, first registered on 8 February 1988.

Is E285 AFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E285 AFM 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.

Does E285 AFM have outstanding finance?

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