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DA03 YRD

2003 Honda SZX50S-1

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,330 mi
Last recorded23,330 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda SZX50S-19,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 YRD
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50S-1
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 23,330 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 23,223 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 27 Aug 2016 23,223 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 19,678 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 19,678 miles

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

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)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 17,792 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2013 17,792 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 16,085 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 14,419 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 11,942 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 May 2008 11,169 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 5,685 miles

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

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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DA03 YRD is a 2003 Honda SZX50S-1 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DA03 YRD, 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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What year was DA03 YRD registered?

DA03 YRD is a 2003 Honda SZX50S-1, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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