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F971 PFA

1988 Honda C50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

7,011 mi
Last recorded7,011 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda C5016,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF971 PFA
MakeHonda
ModelC50
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 7,011 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 5,363 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 4,415 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 4,221 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 4,074 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 4,038 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 4,000 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 3,967 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 3,713 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 3,713 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 3,557 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 3,442 miles

Front front tyre sidewall perished

Rear rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 7 May 2014 3,393 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 3,171 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 2,716 miles

Front Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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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F971 PFA is a 1988 Honda C50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 F971 PFA, 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 F971 PFA?

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What year was F971 PFA registered?

F971 PFA is a 1988 Honda C50, first registered on 23 August 1988.

Is F971 PFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F971 PFA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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