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FY52 MKN

2002 Honda SZX50S-1

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

14,681 mi
Last recorded14,681 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda SZX50S-111,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 MKN
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50S-1
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 14,681 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 14,638 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 14,513 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 14,424 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 14,307 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 13,891 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 13,258 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 12,619 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2016 11,917 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 11,568 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 11,555 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 10,797 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 10,074 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 9,500 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 8,921 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 8,099 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 7,395 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 6,778 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 6,144 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 5,601 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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FY52 MKN is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 FY52 MKN, 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 FY52 MKN registered?

FY52 MKN is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1, first registered on 24 September 2002.

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