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H256 WFV

1990 Honda SA50-J

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

2,486 mi
Last recorded2,486 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Honda SA50-J4,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH256 WFV
MakeHonda
ModelSA50-J
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 2,486 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 2,486 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 2,486 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 2,445 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 2,410 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 2,266 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 2,266 miles

Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 2,189 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 2,062 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 1,477 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 995 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 428 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 9,965 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 9,713 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 8,215 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 8,215 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 8,879 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 8,236 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 7,522 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 6,304 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 6,304 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 5,373 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 4,725 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SA50-J?

Based on 348 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
250
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 8
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 6
Motorcycle structure excessively corroded 6
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H256 WFV is a 1990 Honda SA50-J in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1990 Honda SA50-J models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 4,131 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda SA50-J fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H256 WFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SA50-J typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Honda SA50-J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H256 WFV registered?

H256 WFV is a 1990 Honda SA50-J, first registered on 1 October 1990.

Is H256 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H256 WFV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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