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AK52 LBU

2002 Honda SZX50S-1

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

46,399 mi
Last recorded46,399 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Honda SZX50S-111,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 LBU
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50S-1
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 46,399 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 May 2016 44,902 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 44,855 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 43,388 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 29 Apr 2015 43,388 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 39,972 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 35,472 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 29,935 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 25,076 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Nov 2009 21,882 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 21,836 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 21,618 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 17,735 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SZX50S-1?

Based on 1,756 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
900
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 97
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 92
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 45
Tyre tread not clearly visible 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
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AK52 LBU is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 11,200 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda SZX50S-1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK52 LBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SZX50S-1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Honda SZX50S-1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK52 LBU registered?

AK52 LBU is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1, first registered on 10 December 2002.

Is AK52 LBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 LBU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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