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H38 ELR

1990 Honda SH-50-K

Blue Petrol 59cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,686 mi
Last recorded20,686 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2013
Typical for 1990 Honda SH-50-K15,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH38 ELR
MakeHonda
ModelSH-50-K
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine59cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2013 20,686 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

engine revs high

Fail 21 Jun 2013 20,685 miles

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

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

advise tighten brake adjusters

engine revs high

rear shock movement stiff

Fail 16 Jun 2012 19,744 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 19,744 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 18,858 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 17,654 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

exhaust mounting bolt missing

Fail 7 Jun 2010 17,654 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

exhaust mounting bolt missing

Pass 10 Jun 2009 16,852 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

exhaust repaired

Fail 9 Jun 2009 16,852 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 15,874 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda SH-50-K?

Based on 519 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 7
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Tyre tread not clearly visible 4
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H38 ELR is a 1990 Honda SH-50-K in Blue with a 59cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Honda SH-50-K models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 15,874 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 SH-50-K fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H38 ELR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH-50-K typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 36 years old, this Honda SH-50-K is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H38 ELR registered?

H38 ELR is a 1990 Honda SH-50-K, first registered on 30 August 1990.

Is H38 ELR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H38 ELR shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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