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E378 JRT

1988 Honda C50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,942 mi
Last recorded54,942 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2008
Typical for 1988 Honda C5016,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE378 JRT
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2008 54,942 miles

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

Left-hand handlebar grip is slightly loose.

Rear tyre has turned and valve is pulled at at sharp angle.

Sprocket carrier bearing has excessive free play.

Fail 23 Jul 2008 54,951 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear tyre has turned and valve is pulled at a sharp angle.

Sprocket carrier bearing has excessive free play.

left-hand handlebar grip is slightly loose.

Pass 21 Jul 2006 50,400 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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E378 JRT is a 1988 Honda C50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E378 JRT, 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.

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What year was E378 JRT registered?

E378 JRT is a 1988 Honda C50, first registered on 24 May 1988.

Is E378 JRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E378 JRT shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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