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AP03 AZB

2003 Honda SZX50S-1

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

49,664 mi
Last recorded49,664 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Honda SZX50S-19,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 AZB
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50S-1
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2015 49,664 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

front mudguard missing.

Pass 28 Oct 2013 45,058 miles

Could not see brake fluid

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Oct 2013 45,044 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Could not see brake fluid

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 39,514 miles

Could not see brake fluid

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear tyre cracking

hard too see rear pads

Pass 26 Oct 2011 34,257 miles

unable too check fluid level in brake resevoirs

Fail 24 Oct 2011 34,220 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

unable too check fluid level in brake resevoirs

Pass 12 Nov 2010 29,972 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

Pass 26 May 2009 29,106 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2009 29,101 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 10 May 2008 27,674 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 27,669 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 25,508 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 17 Apr 2007 25,508 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 May 2006 22,927 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 22,927 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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AP03 AZB is a 2003 Honda SZX50S-1 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Honda SZX50S-1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 9,023 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 SZX50S-1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP03 AZB, 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 23 years old, this Honda SZX50S-1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AP03 AZB is a 2003 Honda SZX50S-1, first registered on 14 June 2003.

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