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AE53 VWJ

2003 Honda SCV100

Silver Petrol 102cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

26,774 mi
Last recorded26,774 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2009
Typical for 2003 Honda SCV10010,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 VWJ
MakeHonda
ModelSCV100
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine102cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2009 26,774 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 30 Nov 2009 26,774 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 19,337 miles

front mudguard damaged

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2008 19,337 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

front mudguard damaged

Pass 11 Oct 2007 11,399 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 9 Oct 2007 11,398 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 5,289 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda SCV100?

Based on 40,507 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
1,282
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,276
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1,137
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 1,107
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 724
wheel bearings have excessive free play 493
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AE53 VWJ is a 2003 Honda SCV100 in Silver with a 102cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Honda SCV100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 10,135 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 SCV100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,276 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE53 VWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SCV100 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda SCV100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE53 VWJ registered?

AE53 VWJ is a 2003 Honda SCV100, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is AE53 VWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 VWJ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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