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E287 SAF

1988 Honda C50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,694 mi
Last recorded19,694 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 1988 Honda C5016,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE287 SAF
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 19,694 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

lower half of chain guard missing

Fail 2 Jul 2014 19,694 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

lower half of chain guard missing

Fail 26 Apr 2013 18,046 miles

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

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 18,046 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 16 Mar 2013 17,862 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2012 16,659 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 16,555 miles

Corner Of Number Plate Is Cracked!

Pass 20 Mar 2010 16,249 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 16,015 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 15,598 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 15,103 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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E287 SAF is a 1988 Honda C50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 E287 SAF, 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

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What year was E287 SAF registered?

E287 SAF is a 1988 Honda C50, first registered on 18 April 1988.

Is E287 SAF safe to buy?

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