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E579 MPV

1988 Honda C50

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,528 mi
Last recorded16,528 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda C5016,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE579 MPV
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 16,528 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 16,496 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 16,461 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 16,380 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 16,275 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 16,167 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 16,014 miles

Nearside Rear full chain gaurd fitted , chain no visible.

Fail 12 Aug 2019 16,014 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp battery U/S new fitted all lights work as they should (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear full chain gaurd fitted , chain no visible.

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel adjusted, all good (1.1.2 (a))

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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E579 MPV is a 1988 Honda C50 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E579 MPV, 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 E579 MPV?

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What year was E579 MPV registered?

E579 MPV is a 1988 Honda C50, first registered on 3 June 1988.

Is E579 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E579 MPV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E579 MPV have outstanding finance?

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